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Expert Lectures

Comprehensive Otolaryngology

Contemporary Management of Peritonsillar Abscess

Sunday, September 29, 2024
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM EDT
Location: MBCC, 201-202
CME/MOC Credit: 1
Disclosure(s):
Romaine F. Johnson, MD, MPH:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

Michael G. Stewart, MD, MPH:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Peritonsillar abscess (PTA), a prevalent condition leading to significant healthcare visits and hospitalizations annually in the United States, represents a critical area in otolaryngology. The management of PTA has undergone notable evolution, transitioning from primarily open surgical interventions to more conservative approaches like primary antibiotic therapy in select cases. This shift highlights the dynamic nature of otolaryngologic practice and the necessity for continual learning and adaptation.

Our course is designed to provide otolaryngologists with an in-depth understanding of the latest evidence and best practices in managing peritonsillar abscesses. Emphasizing the differential approaches in pediatric and adult populations, the course aims to equip practitioners with the knowledge to make informed decisions tailored to individual patient needs.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Formulate evidence-based strategies for PTA management, encompassing medical and surgical options and the role of antibiotics.
  2. Identify differences in PTA management between adults and children and tailor treatment plans accordingly.
  3. Assess the evidence for the timing of tonsillectomy in PTA cases, weighing the risks and benefits of early vs. delayed surgery.

    Lead Presenter(s)

  • Romaine F. Johnson, MD, MPH

    Professor
    Univ of Texas Southwestern Med Ctr
    Dallas, TX, United States

    Disclosure(s):

    faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

    • Co-Presenter(s)

  • Michael G. Stewart, MD, MPH

    Professor and Chairman, Dept of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery
    Weill Cornell Medicine/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
    New York, NY, United States

    Disclosure(s):

    faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.