ICU-Acquired Weakness | Critical Illness Neuropathy & Myopathy #Neurology #CriticalCare #NEETPG

Why can't your ICU patient lift their arms after sepsis? In this lecture we break down ICU-acquired weakness (ICU-AW): critical illness polyneuropathy (CIP) and critical illness myopathy (CIM), from bedside diagnosis to prevention and rehabilitation, using guidance published 2023–2025. Made for neurology, medicine and critical care residents, and NEET-PG / SS aspirants. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 The case 0:33 What is ICU-acquired weakness? 1:17 Risk factors and mechanism 2:09 Clinical picture and red flags 2:57 Bedside diagnosis: MRC sum score and handgrip 3:45 Nerve conduction, EMG and other tests 5:02 Management: the prevention bundle 6:52 Prognosis and life after ICU 7:31 Case resolution 7:54 Take-home points 📚 REFERENCES Latronico N, et al. Critical Care, 2023 SCCM Guidelines on Glycemic Control for Critically Ill Adults, 2024 SCCM PADIS Guideline Focused Update, 2025 ESPEN Guideline on Clinical Nutrition in the ICU, 2023 🔔 Subscribe to Neurology Made Easy for clear, guideline-based neurology lectures. 💬 Which topic should I cover next? Tell me in the comments. ⚠️ For educational purposes only. Always follow your institutional protocols. #ICUAcquiredWeakness #CriticalIllnessMyopathy #CriticalIllnessPolyneuropathy #Neurology #CriticalCare #NEETPG #MedicalEducation