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clinical case presentation: Hyperthyroidism or Graves disease
An immune system condition called #graves ' disease causes an excessive amount of #thyroid hormones to be produced (#hyperthyroidism). Although a variety of illnesses can cause hyperthyroidism, Graves' disease is a typical culprit. The signs and symptoms of Graves' illness can vary widely since thyroid hormones have an impact on many different body systems. Although Graves' illness can affect anyone, it tends to strike women and those under the age of 40 more frequently. Common signs and sympt...
Loop Diuretics: What are they and how they work?
Loop #diuretics are medications used in the management and treatment of fluid overload conditions such as heart failure, nephrotic syndrome or cirrhosis, and #hypertension , in addition to #edemas . __________________________________________________________________ Top moments- 0:00 | Start 0:22 | Loop diuretics MOA 1:05 | Furosemide 1:56 | Torsemide 2:20 | Bunetemide 2:51 | Adverse effect ____________________________________________________________________ The Na+/K+/2Cl- transporter protein,...
Thiazide diuretics: what are they and How they work?
#Thiazide #diuretics prevents the reabsorption of 3–5% of luminal sodium in the distal convoluted tubule of the nephron. Thiazide diuretics encourage natriuresis and diuresis in this way and used to treat various medical condition including Heart failure, #hypertension, and kidney diseases. Top Moments- 0:00 Start 0:15 Thiazide diuretics MOA 1:04 Indication 1:15 Drug doses 1:56 side effects _______________________________________________________________________ Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ), chlort...
Diuretics: What are they, their types and How they work?
#Diuretics, sometimes called water pills, help rid your body of salt (sodium) and water. Most of these medicines help your #kidneys release more sodium into your urine. The sodium helps remove water from your blood, decreasing the amount of fluid flowing through your veins and arteries. This lowers #bloodpressure . Key Moments: 0:00 Start 0:44 Diuretics/water pills 1:20 Mechanism of action 1:58 Types of diuretics Diuretics are used as the first line of treatment in patients with hypertension. T...
Angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs): Antihypertensive Drugs
In this video we have explained how Angiotensin receptor blockers (#ARBs) #drugs work to reduce high blood pressure or #hypertension . Top moments- 0:00 Start 0:10 RAAS system 1:32 Indication 2:00 Telmisartan 2:40 Olmesartan 3:00 valsartan 3:43 Losartan 4:08 Adverse effect Watch more- RAAS system; https://youtu.be/G9rC_gc3Wq8 ARBs typically have minimal incidences of adverse effects and are well tolerated. Because ARBs do not raise bradykinin levels, the incidence of angioedema and cough is lo...
Adenosine in Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT): How to administer and how it works?
In this video, we have explained the administration of injection #adenosine in treatment of Supraventricular tachycardia or #SVT and its effect in 48 year old female patient with #ecg rhythm of SVT. Adenosine can be given both from peripheral and central IV access. The initial dose of adenosine preferred in SVT is 6 mg and should be given over 1 to 3 seconds, or administered very quickly, and should be followed with an IV fluid solution to push it into circulation. As soon as adenosine is admi...
ACE inhibitors: First line of Treatment for High Blood pressure
#ACE inhibitors are a class of #antihypertensive drugs that are used to treat high blood pressure. They are most commonly indicated in the treatment of cardiovascular and renal diseases, including heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, nephrotic syndrome, and #hypertension . ___________________________________________________________________ Topics- 0:00 start 0:45 RAAS system 1:20 Angiotensin 2:05 Example of RAAS 2:52 ACE inhibitors 3:52 ACE inhibitor drugs 4:26 Side effects 6:32 Contraindica...
Calcium Channel Blockers - What are They and How Do They Work?
Calcium channel blockers are #drugs that are used to reduce #bloodpressure . They work by blocking calcium from entering the cells of the #heart and arteries. The heart and arteries contract harder when calcium is present. Calcium channel blockers prevent calcium from entering cells, allowing blood vessels to relax and widen. ___________________________________________________________________ key moments- 0:00 calcium ions 0:25 calcium channels 1:22 calcium channel blockers 2:36 types of ca-cha...
Beta Blockers: Antihypertensive Drugs In Treatment of High Blood Pressure
In this video, we have explained how beta blockers drugs helps in treatment of high blood pressure or #hypertension. Beta blocker is one of the most used #antihypertensives and cardiovascular #medicine used in clinical practice. Here we will learn, how beta blockers work to reduce blood pressure with its pharmacology, dosage, indication, adverse effect and much more. ____________________________________________________________________ chapters- 0:00 Start 0:54 beta receptors 1:22 beta blocker...
ABCD of Antihypertensive drugs: introduction & classification
#Antihypertensives are a class of #drugs that are used to treat #hypertension or high blood pressure. The goal of antihypertensive medication is to prevent high blood pressure-related consequences like myocardial infarction and stroke. According to the evidence, lowering blood pressure by 5 mmHg can lower the risk of dementia, heart failure, and cardiovascular disease mortality as well as cut the risk of stroke by 34% and ischemic heart disease by 21%. Antihypertensives come in a variety of clas...
Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone system (RAAS)
When the #bloodpressure drops suddenly, the #kidney senses that fall in pressure and activates the #RAAS, How? Let's have a look. Learn more: https://ecgkid.com _______________________________________________________________________ Key moments- 0:00 Start 0:38 what is RAAS? 1:20 How RAAS works? 1:53 Renin 2:25 Angiotensin 3:15 RAAS on Kidney 3:45 RAAS on adrenal cortex 4:35 RAAS on arterioles 4:55 RAAS on Heart 5:26 RAAS on Brain 6:25 Function of RAAS 6:47 RAAS mechanism in kidney 7:20 Next an...
ABCD assessment of emergency patients in ER (USMLE step 1)
In this video, we have explained the emergency assessment of #patients in emergency care unit. By a #abcd and CAB approach we can manage the #emergency cases in casualty or emergency room. In critically ill or injured patients, the primary examination is meant to identify life-threatening problems and intervene quickly. The initial evaluation of the patient is conducted at the first point of contact, and it could be repeated when the patient is switched from the care of one team to another (e...