Congenital herpes simplex is a rare but potentially devastating viral infection that occurs in newborns and is transmitted from mother to baby during childbirth. Caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), primarily HSV-2, congenital herpes simplex can result in significant morbidity and mortality if not promptly diagnosed and treated. Despite its infrequency, the consequences of congenital herpes simplex underscore the importance of staying informed and up-to-date on best practices in diagnosis and treatment. This course will explore key aspects of congenital herpes simplex, including epidemiology and risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostic approaches, evidenced-based management, prevention strategies, and long-term prognosis. Healthcare professionals will receive the comprehensive knowledge and skills necessary to better recognize and address this serious condition and optimize outcomes for affected infants and their families. Effective interprofessional teamwork is essential to address the significant implications for neonatal health and well-being, and this review emphasizes collaborative approaches and insights into the pivotal role of a multidisciplinary team.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/19855
- 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)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
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: General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Hospital Medicine, Infectious Diseases/Medical Microbiology, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Pathology