Herpes simplex keratitis is a common and potentially blinding condition caused by recurrent corneal infections with the herpes simplex (HSV) virus. The presentations of herpes simplex keratitis vary with conditions such as herpetic dendrites, geographical ulcers, stromal keratitis, disciform keratitis, and neurotrophic keratopathy. Potential ocular complications associated with the disease include reduced corneal sensation, scarring, and blindness.Herpes simplex keratitis is primarily diagnosed by conducting a thorough clinical evaluation of patients suspected of having the condition, including history-taking and slit-lamp examination. This course explores the complexities surrounding this phenomenon, including the current diagnostic challenges, treatment strategies (eg, topical and systemic antivirals, corticosteroids, and other adjunctive therapies), and recommendations for prophylaxis and management of complications. Healthcare professionals will enhance their ability to provide optimal care for patients with herpes simplex keratitis, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing the risk of vision loss associated with this condition.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/23858
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.5 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 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: Adolescent Medicine, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Infectious Disease, Infectious Diseases/Medical Microbiology, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Infectious Diseases