Overview
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Explore the world of porphyrias in this 26-minute lecture that provides a comprehensive overview of these rare metabolic disorders. Delve into the haem biosynthesis pathway and its role in the pathogenesis of acute attacks. Gain insights into acute hepatic porphyrias and common cutaneous porphyrias, including Porphyria Cutanea Tarda and Erythropoietic Protoporphyria. Learn about their etiology, clinical presentations, management strategies, and potential complications. Understand the laboratory diagnostic approaches for both acute and cutaneous porphyrias. Examine real-world case studies and discover valuable resources for further learning on this complex group of diseases.
Syllabus
Introduction
Porphyrias
AIP
Clinical Features
Treatment
Case
Causes
Clinical symptoms
Case study
Taught by
The Royal College of Pathologists