The Clinical Concepts Podcast

PDCD... Easy as 1, 2, 3!

November 30, 2023 Jonathon Jenkins Season 1 Episode 13
PDCD... Easy as 1, 2, 3!
The Clinical Concepts Podcast
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The Clinical Concepts Podcast
PDCD... Easy as 1, 2, 3!
Nov 30, 2023 Season 1 Episode 13
Jonathon Jenkins

"Respond to a private residence for a 2-year-old female with an altered mental status, history of PDCD" 

A history of what? You know... PDCD! 

During this episode we explore Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Complex Deficiency, or PDCD. PDCD is a genetic abnormality which affects the conversion of pyruvate to Acetyl Coenzyme-A in the Krebs Cycle. This abnormality prevents mitochondrial energy utilization, leading to neurological degeneration. 

Join me as we take a dive into the EMS management of PDCD to help you best care for patients in your community! 

Stay safe, and do good care!

Show Notes

"Respond to a private residence for a 2-year-old female with an altered mental status, history of PDCD" 

A history of what? You know... PDCD! 

During this episode we explore Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Complex Deficiency, or PDCD. PDCD is a genetic abnormality which affects the conversion of pyruvate to Acetyl Coenzyme-A in the Krebs Cycle. This abnormality prevents mitochondrial energy utilization, leading to neurological degeneration. 

Join me as we take a dive into the EMS management of PDCD to help you best care for patients in your community! 

Stay safe, and do good care!