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Musculoskeletal System - Neuromuscular Junction Pathologies

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Explore the intricacies of neuromuscular junction pathologies in this comprehensive lecture video. Delve into the mechanisms and effects of various disorders affecting the neuromuscular junction, including myasthenia gravis, Lambert-Eaton syndrome, botulism, tetanus, and snake toxins. Learn about the relaxation process, calcium dynamics, secondary active transport, and inactivation gates in the context of these conditions. Gain insights into treatment approaches, such as acetylcholinesterase inhibitors and the use of succinylcholine. Understand the role of dendrotoxin and its impact on neuromuscular function. Enhance your knowledge of musculoskeletal system pathologies and their clinical implications through this in-depth exploration of neuromuscular junction disorders.

Syllabus

Introduction
Relaxation
Calcium leaves troponin
Secondary active transport
Inactivation gate
Myasthenia Gravis
LambertEaton Syndrome
Acetylcholine Esterase
Treatment
Succinylcholine
Dendrotoxin

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