Aspergilloma

Overview

4.5 out of 5 (42 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

7

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

31 Jan 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Aspergilloma and chronic cavitary pulmonary aspergillosis (CCPA) are two forms of Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis (CPA). These conditions, arising from the inhalation of Aspergillus spores, present overlapping clinical features and complexities in diagnosis and management. This course aims to equip clinicians with a comprehensive understanding of the epidemiology, history, diagnostic criteria, and evolving management approaches for aspergilloma and CCPA within the broader context of CPA. Participants will delve into the global prevalence of these conditions, emphasizing the higher incidence in regions with elevated rates of tuberculosis (TB). The discussion covers the predisposing factors, including bronchiectasis, emphysema, sarcoidosis, lung abscess, and lung cancer. Diagnosis and management criteria, which have evolved over the past decade, will be thoroughly explored, providing clinicians with up-to-date knowledge and tools to enhance patient care. This interprofessional learning experience emphasizes the collaborative roles of infectious disease clinicians, pulmonologists, radiologists, and surgeons in optimizing patient care for individuals with aspergilloma and CCPA. By participating in this course, learners will deepen their understanding of these complex conditions and improve their competence through an interdisciplinary approach, leading to enhanced patient outcomes.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

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

  • Apply current guidelines for managing Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis (CPA), which encompasses simple aspergilloma and chronic cavitary pulmonary aspergillosis.

  • Differentiate simple aspergilloma and chronic cavitary pulmonary aspergillosis from other types of CPA.

  • Assess the radiologic signs associated with aspergilloma and chronic cavitary pulmonary aspergillosis.

  • Collaborate with clinicians to manage symptomatic and asymptomatic patients with aspergilloma and chronic cavitary pulmonary aspergillosis, seeking specialist consultation when needed.

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In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

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American Board of Thoracic Surgery: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME and Self-Assessment in Practice requirements of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery’s Maintenance of Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABTS credit.

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