Guillain-Barré Syndrome Death Toll in Pune Rises to 11
Two more deaths reported as health officials warn of increased mortality among critical patients despite a decline in new cases.
- The latest deaths include a 37-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, both treated in Pune hospitals for suspected GBS complications.
- The total number of GBS cases in Maharashtra stands at 211, with 183 confirmed and 28 suspected cases.
- Health officials report that 39 patients remain in ICUs, with 18 on ventilator support, while 139 have been discharged after treatment.
- The outbreak has heavily impacted areas in and around Pune, including Nanded City and Baramati, with ongoing concerns about critical patient outcomes.
- Guillain-Barré Syndrome is a rare immune disorder that attacks peripheral nerves, often linked to infections and causing muscle weakness or respiratory issues.