The peritonsillar abscess (PTA) is a common condition with an estimated 55,000 emergency department visits, and 12,000 hospital stays a year in the United States. The management of the PTA continues to evolve with time from abscess tonsillectomy to incision and drainage to needle aspiration. Newer data even suggests that primary treatment with antibiotics is appropriate in select cases. There are also differences in the management of children vs. adult patients. This course will present the best evidence regarding the diagnosis and management of the peritonsillar abscess. Both pediatric and adult patients will be discussed.
- Provider:American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery Foundation
- Activity Link: https://academyu.entnet.org/diweb/catalog/item?id=10926251
- Start Date: 2022-10-12 05:00:00
- End Date: 2022-10-12 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
- MOC Credit Details: ABOHNS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS)
- Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Yes
- Measured Outcome: Community/Population Health, Learner Competence, Learner Knowledge, Learner Performance, Patient Health
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: General Otolaryngology
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