BRAIN ABSCESS IN CHILDREN

Course overview

A brain abscess (BA) is a localized, intracranial collection of pus, leukocytes, and other inflammatory material, contained by a membrane that is caused by a bacterial or fungal infection. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of BA in children, its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the child with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.