RHD Explained | Molecular Mimicry, Aschoff Nodules & Jones Criteria Revision | Pathology Prof Buster

Master the complexities of Rheumatic Fever (RF) and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) in this high-yield "Prof Buster" session. We break down the autoimmune "movie" of molecular mimicry—from the initial GAS pharyngitis to the multi-system involvement of the heart, brain, and joints. This video is essential for MBBS University exams, covering both the revised Jones Criteria and hallmark pathological features like Aschoff nodules and the "Bread and Butter" pericarditis. Key Topics Covered: Etiopathogenesis: GAS (Group A Streptococci) and the M-Protein molecular mimicry [07:35]. Jones Criteria: 5 Major, 4 Minor, and 3 GAS evidence criteria (Revised 2016) [13:54]. Endocarditis: Vegetations along the line of closure and MacCallum patch [30:59]. Myocarditis: Detailed structure of Aschoff Nodules and Anitschkow cells [39:08]. Pericarditis: Fibrinous "Bread and Butter" appearance explained [43:23]. Clinical Integration: Solving direct and indirect University long questions [47:47]. Download the Rheumatic Fever Master Flowchart and Jones Criteria Table from the MedLive App! #RheumaticFever #RheumaticHeartDisease #Pathology #MedLive #DrPriyankaSachdev #MBBS #NEETPG #FMGE #Cardiology #AschoffNodules #MedicalEducation