Improving Survival from Pediatric Sepsis

Faculty

Philip A. Bernard, MD
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
University of Kentucky
Kentucky Childrens Hospital

Needs Statement

In the United States, sepsis is the leading cause of death in non-coronary ICU patients, and the tenth most common cause of death overall according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Sepsis is common and also more dangerous in elderly, immunocompromised, and critically ill patients. It occurs in 1%-2% of all hospitalizations and accounts for as much as 25% of intensive care unit (ICU) bed utilization. It is a major cause of death in intensive care units worldwide, with mortality rates that range from 20% for sepsis to 40% for severe sepsis to >60% for septic shock.

Target Audience

This activity is intended for Pediatric Critical Care physicians.

Objectives

1. Describe similarities and differences in sepsis between children and adults;
2. Describe changes in epidemiology and management of pediatric sepsis;
3. Describe how the first 60 minutes of care in sepsis affects outcome.

Accreditation

Medicine
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Each physician should claim only those hours of credit actually spent in the educational activity.

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine presents this activity for educational purposes only. Participants are expected to utilize their own expertise and judgment while engaged in the practice of medicine. The content of the presentations is provided solely by presenters who have been selected for presentations because of recognized expertise in their field.

Faculty Disclosure

Dr. Bernard has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.