Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) | Causes, Pathophysiology, Signs & Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

The video provides a comprehensive overview of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), an autoimmune disorder leading to paralysis. It covers the epidemiology, causes, and pathophysiology, highlighting the role of infections and vaccines. The clinical features, including ascending paralysis and autonomic dysfunction, are discussed. Various clinical variants and diagnostic criteria are outlined, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis. Treatment options like IVIG and plasmapheresis are explored, along with the prognosis, noting that most patients recover but some have residual effects.

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