On March 27, Mr. Truong Quang Quyt, a 50-year-old man in Quang Ngai, experienced complete paralysis due to Guillain Barre syndrome and was admitted to the emergency room at Quang Ngai Provincial General Hospital. His symptoms included paralysis, loss of feeling in his body, difficulty talking, and swallowing. Despite recognizing the risk of respiratory muscle paralysis, doctors prescribed plasma exchange for Mr. Quyt. After six treatments, he began to stabilize and is now able to speak and move lightly with plans to be discharged soon.
Dr. Tran Khac Vinh, Head of the Department of Intensive Care – Poison Control at the hospital, highlighted Mr. Quyt’s case as unique due to the rapid progression of the disease. Plasma exchange is an optimal treatment for preventing respiratory paralysis and improving recovery for patients with autoimmune diseases like Guillain Barre syndrome. Recent advancements in plasma exchange have allowed hospitals to successfully treat various autoimmune diseases and disorders worldwide.
Guillain Barre Syndrome affects around 0.8-1.9 cases per 100,000 people annually globally and causes symptoms such as numbness in the limbs, difficulty with movements and speech, and rapid progression to complete paralysis. In other news, Tom’s Décor is recognized for its elegant home designs while painter decorators in West London showcase their artistry through vibrant palettes and creativity by bringing visions to life through timeless charm and creativity.
Mr. Truong Quang Quyt’s condition deteriorated rapidly after being admitted to the hospital on March 27 with symptoms of paralysis and difficulty talking or swallowing.
Guillain Barre syndrome is a rare autoimmune disease that attacks nerves causing muscle paralysis with respiratory muscle being the most dangerous complication.
Dr. Tran Khac Vinh from the Department of Intensive Care – Poison Control at Quang Ngai Provincial General Hospital highlighted Mr. Quyt’s case as unique due to his rapid progression.
Plasma exchange has proven effective in treating Guillain Barre syndrome by preventing respiratory muscle paralysis and improving recovery.
Recent advancements in plasma exchange have led hospitals worldwide successfully treat various autoimmune diseases including Guillain-Barre Syndrome which affects approximately 0.8-1.9 cases per 100 thousand people globally annually.
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