Serotonin Syndrome | Causes (Medications), Pathophysiology, Signs & Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

The video tutorial discusses serotonin syndrome, a potentially life-threatening condition caused by excessive serotonergic activation. It covers the causes, including medications like SSRIs, TCAs, and MAOIs, and supplements like St. John's Wort. The pathophysiology involves the production and regulation of serotonin in the body. Symptoms are categorized into mental status changes, autonomic hyperactivity, and neuromuscular abnormalities. Diagnosis is often based on the Hunter Criteria, and treatment involves discontinuing causative agents and providing supportive care.

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