Microsporidial keratitis, an infrequent and often overlooked type of corneal inflammation, results from exposure to contaminated water. Symptoms include redness, photophobia, and reduced vision. It typically presents as stromal keratitis or keratoconjunctivitis, distinguishable by disease progression and slit-lamp findings. Characteristic features include grayish-white epithelial lesions, conjunctivitis, and punctate keratopathy, potentially leading to nummular scars. This condition, historically linked to immunocompromised individuals, now affects immunocompetent patients. Despite shared presentations, therapy response varies.This activity covers the etiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, treatment, and management of ocular microsporidiosis, providing vital insights for healthcare professionals. Initially affecting mainly immunocompromised individuals, including those with HIV, microsporidial keratoconjunctivitis now impacts immunocompetent patients more frequently. Despite improved diagnostics, treatment approaches for microsporidial keratitis vary, with stromal keratitis often challenging to manage. The activity aims to equip healthcare providers with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively diagnose and manage microsporidia-related ocular infections, thereby improving patient care outcomes.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/130765
- 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)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS) - 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: All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), General Surgery