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Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis – pathophysiology and causes

Armando Faigl June 8, 2020 No Comments

Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) explained: learn causes, signs, tests, and life-saving treatments. This video breaks down HLH, a hyperinflammatory syndrome where overactive macrophages and cytotoxic T/NK cells trigger a cytokine storm…

DiGeorge and Job syndrome – well-defined immunodeficiencies

Armando Faigl June 8, 2020 No Comments

George syndrome (22q11.2 deletion) and Job syndrome (hyper-IgE) explained with clear clinical signs and immune defects. Learn how these well-defined genetic syndromes cause recurrent infections, immune dysfunction, and characteristic physical…

Chediak Higashi Syndrome

Armando Faigl June 8, 2020 No Comments

Explore Chediak-Higashi Syndrome, a rare autosomal recessive disorder affecting lysosomal trafficking and immune cell function. This video explains its genetic basis, characteristic features like recurrent infections and albinism, and the…

Achalasia (esophageal) – signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, investigations and treatment

Armando Faigl June 7, 2020 No Comments

Achalasia is a rare disorder that results from progressive destruction of ganglion cells in the myenteric plexus of the oesophageal wall. The destruction of these cells leads to the inability…

Mycophenolic Acid – Mycophenolate (organ transplant and DMARD) – mechanism of action, side effects

Armando Faigl May 21, 2020 No Comments

Mycophenalate is used in lupus nephritis (first line), diffuse SS but also indicated for the prophylaxis of organ rejection in patients undergoing allogeneic renal, hepatic, or cardiac transplants. In transplant…