Ventriculitis

Overview

4.4 out of 5 (5 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

7

Start Date

1 Mar 2023

Last Review Date

13 Aug 2023

Expiration Date

28 Feb 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes

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Activity Description

Ventriculitis is the inflammation of the ependymal lining of the cerebral ventricles, usually secondary to infection (for example meningitis, device-related or a complication of trauma). There is no clear definition for ventriculitis and no accepted diagnostic criteria, which makes the assessment of incidence difficult. Early diagnosis is essential for appropriate treatment; this requires a clinical history, CSF sample, and imaging. Antibiotics are the mainstay of treatment. This activity will review the causes of ventriculitis and the different microbes responsible. It will evaluate the different investigations required for diagnosis and review the treatment options available. It will briefly highlight some of the controversies and gaps in the literature and identifies the role of the interprofessional team in managing this condition. This activity describes the pathophysiology of ventriculitis and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in its management.

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the etiology of ventriculitis.
  • Describe the clinical presentation of ventriculitis.
  • Explain the treatment and management options available for ventriculitis.
  • Review interprofessional team strategies for improving the diagnosis and management of ventriculitis to improve outcomes.

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This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University, and StatPearls, LLC. The Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University designates this activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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