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Measly Business - A Guide for the Pediatric Intensivist
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In this episode of PICU DOC on Call, Dr. Rahul Damania and Dr. Pradip Kamat discuss the resurgence of measles in the United States. They explore the virus's pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnostic methods, treatment options, and complications. They emphasize the critical role of vaccination in preventing measles outbreaks and address the historical context and public health challenges related to vaccine hesitancy. The speakers highlight the severe complications of measles, especially in immunocompromised patients, and advocate for robust vaccination efforts to protect vulnerable populations and prevent the spread of this preventable disease. Tune in to hear more!
Show Highlights:
- Resurgence of measles in the United States
- Historical context of measles outbreaks and vaccination impact
- Current statistics and recent cases of measles
- Pathophysiology of the measles virus
- Clinical features and progression of measles infection
- Diagnostic approaches for confirming measles
- Differential diagnosis considerations for fever and rash
- Treatment options and the role of vaccination
- Complications associated with measles, including severe outcomes
- Public health challenges related to vaccine hesitancy and advocacy for immunization
Resources:
WHO Measles Global Surveillance
References:
Fuhrman & Zimmerman. Textbook of Pediatric Critical Care, Ch. 52
Long S et al. Principles and Practice of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Ch. 227
Moss WJ. Measles. Lancet. 2017;390(10111):2490-2502
Paules CI, Marston HD, Fauci AS. NEJM. 2019;380(23):2185-2187
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