A brain abscess is a localized area of necrosis within the brain parenchyma, often stemming from infectious or traumatic origins. Infections in head and neck sites and microbial pathogens like Staphylococcus and Streptococcus contribute to its development. The abscess can originate locally (from the ear, teeth, sinuses, mastoid air cells, or epidural) or remotely (lung, heart, kidney). Brain abscesses may be associated with congenital heart disease in young children and are more prevalent in the third decade of life.Clinicians participating in thi activity can expect to enhance their knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and management of brain abscesses. The program provides an overview of the evidence-based approaches, emphasizing accurate identification, appropriate imaging modalities, risk factors, and effective treatment strategies. Participants gain insights into the multidisciplinary collaboration required for optimal patient care. The activity aims to improve clinicians’ competence in navigating the complexities of brain abscess cases, ultimately leading to more informed decision-making, enhanced patient outcomes, and a heightened ability to address the challenges associated with this neurological condition.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/26805
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 2.0 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 2.0 hours
Nursing: 2.0 hours
Pharmacy: 2.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABIM - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS) - 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: Clinical Pathology, Critical Care Medicine, General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, Hospital Medicine, Infectious Disease, Infectious Diseases/Medical Microbiology, Internal Medicine, Neurocritical Care, Neuropathology (incl. Neuromuscular), Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Pediatric Neurology