Physiotherapy and Management of Guillain-Barré Syndrome

Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is an acute immune-mediated polyneuropathy characterized by rapidly progressing weakness sensory disturbances and potential respiratory involvement. This book provides a comprehensive guide covering clinical features diagnosis medical and physiotherapy management and rehabilitation strategies. Key Highlights: Etiology & Pathophysiology: GBS is often triggered by infections (like Campylobacter jejuni CMV) and involves immune-mediated demyelination or axonal damage to peripheral nerves. Clinical Presentation: Progressive symmetrical weakness (starting from lower limbs) areflexia sensory loss cranial nerve involvement and autonomic dysfunction.Types of GBS: AIDP: Most common; demyelinating type. AMAN & AMSAN: Axonal variants more severe with slower recovery.Diagnosis: Based on clinical signs CSF analysis (albuminocytologic dissociation) and nerve conduction studies (NCV/EMG).Medical Management: Includes IVIG plasmapheresis respiratory care and prevention of complications (DVT infections cardiac issues).