Starting on:
Jun 19, 2024
Ending on:
Jun 19, 2024
Moderator(s):
Venue:
KUTRRH
Max Credits:
3 Points
Provider:
Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital
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Jun 19, 2024
Ending on:
Jun 19, 2024
Moderator(s):
KUTRRH
Max Credits:
3 Points
Provider:
Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital
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VISCERAL LEISHMANIASIS
Starting on:
Jun 19, 2024
Jun 19, 2024
Ending on:
Jun 19, 2024
Jun 19, 2024
Venue:
KUTRRH
KUTRRH
Description
Infection caused by Leishmania spp & Viannia/Lutzomyia & transmitted by the phlebotomine fly. 3 main forms: Visceral leishmaniasis Cutaneous leishmaniasis Mucocutaneous leishmaniasis Post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis (PKDL) is usually a sequel of visceral leishmaniasis that appears as macular, papular or nodular rash usually on face, upper arms and trunk.
Objectives
Introduction
Epidemiology
Pathophysiology
Clinical presentation
Diagnosis
Treatment
Presenters
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Dr.
EVELYN MACHOGU
Dr