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The Burden of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Epidemiology, Clinical Presentation, and Diagnosis

The Burden of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Epidemiology, Clinical Presentation, and Diagnosis

FromCCO Infectious Disease Podcast


The Burden of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Epidemiology, Clinical Presentation, and Diagnosis

FromCCO Infectious Disease Podcast

ratings:
Length:
18 minutes
Released:
Jun 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode, Martin Krsak, MD, MSc, FASAM, provides background and context on skin and soft tissue infections. Listen as he gives perspectives on:Epidemiology and clinical outcomesEconomic impactBacterial etiologyImportance of appropriate antimicrobial prescribingClinical presentationSeverity classification and distinction between purulent and nonpurulent infectionsRole of incision and debridement vs antimicrobial managementComplications to be ruled out prior to treatmentFaculty:Martin Krsak, MD, MSc, FASAMAssociate Professor of MedicineDivision of Infectious Diseases University of Colorado School of MedicineDenver, ColoradoLink to full program: CCO: https://bit.ly/3J4mg8hProCE: https://bit.ly/3P0vB4E
Released:
Jun 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Weekly updates on new data and best practices in patient care for a variety of infectious diseases including COVID-19, HIV, and viral hepatitis, from Clinical Care Options. Gain practical strategies and earn CME/CE credit for selected episodes.