Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated With Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS)

Overview

3 out of 5 (1 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post-Assessment Questions

6

Start Date

1 Nov 2024

Last Review Date

1 Nov 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections (PANDAS) and the broader category of pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndromes (PANS) involve the abrupt onset of severe neuropsychiatric symptoms in children, often triggered by infections like streptococcal pharyngitis. These conditions manifest with a range of behavioral and neurological symptoms, including obsessive-compulsive behaviors, tics, anxiety, emotional instability, motor skill deterioration, and sleep disturbances. The classification of PANDAS as a distinct clinical entity remains controversial, with some experts proposing it as a variant of Sydenham chorea due to overlapping clinical features and genetic predispositions. Diagnosis is primarily clinical, relying on specific criteria such as the sudden onset of symptoms, association with streptococcal infection, and episodic symptom course, making it a diagnosis of exclusion.

In this educational activity, healthcare professionals enhance their understanding of the epidemiology, neuropathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of PANDAS, providing them with the skills needed to provide optimal care for affected patients. Participants learn to recognize the complex presentation of PANDAS, differentiate it from other neuropsychiatric disorders, and implement comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, including psychoneurological assessments and infectious disease testing. Collaborating within an interprofessional team, including pediatricians, neurologists, psychiatrists, and infectious disease specialists, is emphasized to ensure timely diagnosis and effective treatment.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, and dentists.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the diagnostic criteria of pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections.

  • Assess patients with clinical features of pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections.

  • Select appropriate pharmacologic treatments for patients with pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections.

  • Collaborate with other healthcare team members to improve outcomes for patients with pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections.

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Inderpreet K. on 3/29/2025

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