Critical care of neuromuscular disorders
Critical Matters
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Understanding Myasthenia Gravis and Critical Care Management
The chapter delves into myasthenia gravis, discussing its pathophysiology, diagnosis, and differentiating between ocular and generalized subtypes based on symptoms. It highlights the critical care management of myasthenia crisis, emphasizing rapid immunomodulating treatments like PLEX and IVIG, along with the role of glucocorticoids and other immunosuppressive medications. The importance of cautious medication use in myasthenia gravis patients is also explored, pointing out specific drugs that can exacerbate neuromuscular weakness.
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