Credit Information
Credit Type
* AMA PRA Category 1™
Number of Credits
1
Course Overview
Learn how to effectively assess and diagnose congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) through sonography. This course covers essential sonographic signs, including ventriculomegaly, calcifications, and other fetal abnormalities associated with CMV. Gain insights into prenatal and postnatal treatment options, and understand the role of ultrasound in detecting this common in-utero infection.
Course Objectives
After completing this activity, the participant will:
Describe the etiology and clinical manifestations of Cytomegalovirus (CMV).
Describe the maternal and fetal diagnostic work up for CMV.
Identify the sonographic signs and treatment of congenital CMV.
Improve patient management through early detection of CMV.
Target Audience
Physicians, sonographers, and others who perform and/or interpret obstetrical ultrasound.
* AMA PRA Category 1 ™ credits are used by physicians and other groups like PAs and certain nurses. Category 1 credits are accepted by the ARDMS, CCI, ACCME, and Sonography Canada.
