Corynebacterium Diphtheriae Explained | Pathogenesis, Diagnosis & Treatment | Nursing Files

Corynebacterium diphtheriae is a Gram-positive, club-shaped bacterium responsible for diphtheria, a potentially life-threatening infection. In this video, we explore its morphology, staining, pathogenesis, transmission, complications, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention in a clear and professional manner.

🔬 Topics Covered:
✅ What is Corynebacterium diphtheriae?
✅ Morphology, Gram Staining & Albert’s Stain Features
✅ How C. diphtheriae Becomes Toxigenic (Beta-Bacteriophage)
✅ Diphtheria Toxin (DT) Mechanism & Cellular Damage
✅ Transmission: Respiratory & Cutaneous Routes
✅ Clinical Symptoms: Bull Neck, Pseudomembrane, Systemic Effects
✅ Complications: Myocarditis, Neuropathy, Kidney Damage
✅ Diagnosis: Elek’s Test, PCR & Culture Methods
✅ Treatment: Antibiotics & Diphtheria Antitoxin
✅ Prevention: DTaP Vaccine & Public Health Measures

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