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ID4U Episode 15 Trachoma
Season 2 · Episode 5

ID4U Episode 15 Trachoma

ID4U - Infectious Disease Podcasts for Users of the CMES program · Jessica Pelletier

June 28, 202514m 12s

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Show Notes

Dr. Jessica Pelletier and Dr. Tracy Walczynski discuss the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic workup, management, and prevention of trachoma.

Take-Home Points:

  • Trachoma is the most common infectious cause of blindness worldwide
  • Chlamydia trachomatis is spread via direct contact, and its spread is propagated in resource-limited settings where there is poor access to good sanitation and personal hygiene
  • This is a chronic condition involving cycles of infection and scarring that eventually lead to blindness
  • SAFE - Surgery, Antibiotics, Facial cleanliness, and Environmental improvement - are the cornerstones of management

You can view the full show notes and references here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vYMyw76A9oRW-hZtCmqgH_SYEghtWY7GxGKqjCzqHvo/edit?usp=sharing

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