The Burden of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Epidemiology, Clinical Presentation, and Diagnosis

In this episode, Martin Krsak, MD, MSc, FASAM, provides background and context on skin and soft tissue infections. Listen as he gives perspectives on:Epidemiology and clinical outcomesEconomic impactBacterial etiologyImportance of appropriate antimicrobial prescribingClinical presentationSeverity classification and distinction between purulent and nonpurulent infectionsRole of incision and debridement vs antimicrobial managementComplications to be ruled out prior to treatmentFaculty:<br />Martin Krsak, MD, MSc, FASAM<br />Associate Professor of Medicine<br />Division of Infectious Diseases <br />University of Colorado School of Medicine<br />Denver, ColoradoLink to full program: CCO: https://bit.ly/3J4mg8hProCE: https://bit.ly/3P0vB4E