Introduction to Rabies

In the attached video you can find all the relevant information regarding rabies virus, it’s structural and infective features, pathophysiology, morphological disease manifestations, clinical features, investigations and step-wise management required to halt the disease progression. Timeline: 0:00 - Basic characteristics of rabies 0:36 - Structure and features of rabies virus 1:19 - Pathophysiology of rabies 3:12 - Morphological features of rabies 3:22 - Clinical features and progression of rabies 7:30 - Investigation and diagnosis 9:05 - Steps in the management of rabies 10:00 - Local wound care 10:34 - Post exposure prophylaxis 11:49 - Administration of rabies immunoglobulin 12:36 - Administration of rabies vaccine 14:08 - Important pointers to remember