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Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is an acute immune-mediated neuropathy that results in progressive muscle weakness. It has an annual incidence of 0.6 to 2.4 cases per 100,000 people and is the most common cause of acute flaccid paralysis. The pathogenesis involves peripheral nerve demyelination mediated by humoral and cell-mediated immune responses. Clinical features include ascending limb weakness over hours to weeks, areflexia, and possible autonomic dysfunction. Treatment includes plasmapheresis or intrave
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- Vanquish Vein
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