Ilioinguinal neuralgia is a frequent cause of pain in the lower abdomen and the upper thigh commonly caused by entrapment or injury of the nerve after lower abdominal surgeries. The ilioinguinal nerve is responsible for motor innervation of the transverse abdominis and internal oblique muscles and provides sensory innervation to the upper anteromedial thigh region. In males, it also supplies sensory innervation to the anterior surface of the scrotum and root of the penis. In females, the ilioinguinal nerve supplies sensory innervation to the labia majora and mons pubis. Male or female patients with ilioinguinal neuralgia may complain of pain, paresthesia, and abnormal sensation in the area supplied by the nerve.Diagnosis of ilioinguinal neuralgia requires a careful history, physical examination, electrophysiologic studies, and ultrasound examination. Treatment of ilioinguinal neuralgia usually starts with conservative measures. If conservative measures do not adequately control the symptoms, an ultrasound-guided nerve block, hydro-dissection, cryotherapy, or nerve radiofrequency ablation can generally provide satisfactory symptomatic relief. Resistant cases may require a neurectomy. This activity for healthcare professionals aims to enhance learners’ competence in selecting appropriate diagnostic tests, managing ilioinguinal neuralgia, and fostering effective interprofessional teamwork to improve outcomes.
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- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/23366
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: 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)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
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)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
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