1. Porphyrias – Dr Danja Schulenburg-Brand скачать в хорошем качестве

1. Porphyrias – Dr Danja Schulenburg-Brand

This lecture provides a brief overview of the porphyrias. The haem biosynthesis pathway is discussed in the context of the different porphyrias and the pathogenesis of acute attacks. The acute hepatic porphyrias and the most common cutaneous porphyrias, Porphyria Cutanea Tarda and Erythropoietic Protoporphyria, are discussed in terms of etiology, presentation, management and complications. The laboratory diagnostic approach to acute and cutaneous porphyrias are described. Finally, example cases are shown with signposting to further resources.