Blistering distal dactylitis (BDD) predominantly affects children and is characterized by the emergence of multiple fluid-filled lesions that specifically target the volar fat pad of the distal phalanx of the digits. BDD has also been reported in immunocompromised individuals. The pathogenesis of the disease remains unclear. A wound biopsy often demonstrates a superficial split with neutrophils and spongiosis. Systemic antibiotics are commonly recommended to avert the development of new lesions and the spread of infection to other sites. This activity reviews the comprehensive assessment and effective management strategies pertinent to BDD, underscoring the pivotal role of an interprofessional team in enhancing patient care. An emphasis is placed on the prevalent culture findings, predominantly detecting group A beta-hemolytic Streptococcus in the bacterial cultures derived from these fluid-filled lesions, aiding in diagnostic confirmation and tailored treatment plans for affected patients. The course discussion aims to equip healthcare professionals with the latest advancements and evidence-based practices to optimize patient outcomes.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/32725
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.0 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Chemical Pathology, Dermatopathology, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Hospital Medicine, Infectious Disease, Infectious Diseases/Medical Microbiology, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Pediatric Rheumatology, Rheumatology, Soft Tissue & Bone, Surgery of the Hand