Optimizing outcomes in sepsis
Starting on:
Sep 24, 2025
Ending on:
Sep 24, 2025
Moderator(s):
Venue:
KUTRRH
Max Credits:
3 Points

Provider:
Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital
Claim Points

Optimizing outcomes in sepsis

Starting on:
Sep 24, 2025
Ending on:
Sep 24, 2025
Venue:
KUTRRH

Description

Define Sepsis and Septic Shock Understand the clinical definitions and diagnostic criteria for sepsis and septic shock.

Objectives

Define Sepsis and Septic Shock Understand the clinical definitions and diagnostic criteria for sepsis and septic shock. Explain the Pathogenesis of Sepsis Review the mechanisms of dysregulated host response and organ dysfunction. Discuss Screening and Identification Tools Learn how to use SOFA, qSOFA, NEWS, MEWS, and SIRS for early detection. Review Causes and Sources of Sepsis Identify common pathogens and infection sources (bacterial, viral, fungal, parasitic). Outline Evidence-Based Management Strategies Apply Surviving Sepsis Guidelines for timely antimicrobial therapy and resuscitation. Evaluate Adjunctive and Novel Therapies Understand the role of Ulinastatin, albumin, sodium bicarbonate, vitamin K, and blood transfusion. Analyze Case Presentation for Practical Application Integrate clinical assessment, investigations, and multidisciplinary care in real scenarios. Highlight Follow-Up and Monitoring Use clinical scoring systems and biomarkers (CRP, PCT) for ongoing evaluation.

Presenters

  1. Dr. Miriam Gatehi
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