Mr. Le Bao Trung (34 years old, from An Tien, An Lao, Hai Phong) did not anticipate having Guillain-Barre syndrome, a rare condition with rapid progression and the potential to leave neurological sequelae. He just had malaria and a sore on his thigh (also known as acute polyneuritis).
Fortunately, he saw the doctor and received a prompt diagnosis of the illness, especially given that he had access to the recommended course of treatment. As a result, Mr. Trung made a full recovery as soon as he was let go from the hospital, with no long-term issues that would have compromised his quality of life.
Mr. Trung visited the infectious disease clinic of Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital on July 7, 2021 after finding the ulcer and finding that taking antibiotics did not help. There, he was diagnosed with fever and prescribed medication
Even while the fever had subsided, Trung abruptly returned after a week with worsening lower-limb weakness, making walking extremely challenging. He visited the hospital for an urgent checkup for the third time in a month. The emergency room staff at Vinmec Hai Phong Hospital immediately performed blood tests, scans, and other diagnostic procedures because the patient had recently undergone an acute infection and displayed pretty typical Guillain-Barre Syndrome symptoms following a fever. For confirmation, lumbar puncture, cranial MRI, and spine MRI.
As the sickness advanced quickly, "saving lives like a fire fighter," the emergency department team directly treated by Doctor Do Van Manh began plasmapheresis for the patient as soon as the results were as expected.
Although there is presently no comprehensive treatment for Guillain-Barre syndrome, considerable numbers of autoantibodies, immune complexes, lipid components, and hazardous chemicals attached to the components of the plasma are expelled through partial elimination of plasma. As a result, this is thought to be the best treatment for Guillain-Barré syndrome.
The patient's laboratory parameters start to improve after 3 plasma exchanges, each of which equals 1.5 body plasma volumes. Mr. Le Bao Trung was able to fully recover without leaving any aftereffects on the day of discharge, resuming his normal life.
Mr. Bao Trung expressed his satisfaction at having a terrible sickness that entirely resolved. "When I had a rare disease, easy to have neurological sequelae, I was quite scared," he said. However, I was fortunate to receive outstanding medical care and visit Vinmec Institution, a reputable hospital for neurological disorders. The Vinmec Hai Phong Hospital definitely lives up to the favorable rumors.
Dr. Do Van Manh elaborated on the plasma filtration technique, saying: "With the use of cutting-edge diagnostic tools, Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital was able to identify a number of rare diseases early, reducing the risk of consequences. The patient squandered his time. This is especially important for diseases like this one that are changing quickly. Because we also use the cutting-edge Prismaflex® plasma exchange device, which has a success rate of up to 95%, the disease is entirely eradicated and the patient recovers swiftly.
Because Guillain-Barre syndrome progresses quickly and is a serious condition, BS recommended that patients should be admitted to the hospital immediately if they have any of the following signs or symptoms. The earlier treatment begins, the better the prognosis:
- Itching known as paresthesia usually starts in the toes or feet before moving up to the upper body.
- Paresthesias and muscle weakness spread throughout the body very quickly.
- Breathing difficulty when resting down.
- Choking after taking saliva.
A comprehensive and continuously functional room system is available in the emergency department of the Hai Phong International General Hospital. This system includes:
- The paraclinical system offers emergency support with cutting-edge technology.
- The ICU room system is made with total isolation in mind.
- Apply advanced resuscitation methods such continuous dialysis, invasive hemodynamic exploration, and advanced mechanical ventilation...
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