Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (15 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

8

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

4 Mar 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) is a rare but potentially curable condition characterized by progressive exercise intolerance. The disorder should be considered in patients with worsening exercise capacity in the absence of predictable risk factors like previous acute pulmonary embolism. The diagnosis relies on combining imaging modalities with a ventilation/perfusion scan as the initial screening tool.

The diagnostic criteria include specific hemodynamic parameters and evidence of chronic pulmonary embolism on imaging. Treatment options include medical therapy for pulmonary arterial hypertension and surgical intervention, with pulmonary endarterectomy being the preferred surgical approach in eligible patients. CTEPH presents diagnostic and management challenges. Treatment delays correlate with high mortality rates, underscoring the importance of timely intervention. Surgical options demonstrate improved outcomes, necessitating comprehensive evaluation of potential candidates. Awareness of alternative management strategies for nonsurgical candidates, such as pulmonary balloon angioplasty, targeted medical therapy, and lifelong anticoagulation, is essential.

This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners' competence in evaluating and managing CTEPH. Participants gain proficiency in recognizing the signs and symptoms of this disorder, which may be initially nonspecific and overlap with other cardiopulmonary conditions. Valuable insights regarding CTEPH treatment options will be gained, encompassing acute and long-term management strategies to improve symptoms and outcomes. At the end of the activity, learners become prepared to collaborate effectively within an interprofessional team caring for patients with CTEPH.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

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

  • Identify patients at risk for chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension based on clinical history, symptoms, and risk factors.

  • Develop a clinically appropriate diagnostic plan for a patient with possible chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension.

  • Select individualized therapeutic interventions for patients with chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension.

  • Implement effective interprofessional communication and coordination strategies to streamline care delivery and ensure comprehensive evaluation and treatment of patients with chronic pulmonary embolic hypertension.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

CUSOM will identify, review, and resolve all conflicts of interest that faculty, authors, activity directors, planners, managers, peer reviewers, or relevant staff disclose prior to an educational activity being delivered to learners. Disclosure of a relationship is not intended to suggest or condone bias in any presentation but is made to provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a presentation. Disclosure information for authors, editors, planners, peer reviewers, and/or relevant staff is provided with this activity.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

 

 

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. CUSOM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.50 AOA Category 1 B Credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in the activity.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing and a money back guarantee is provided if not completely satisfied.

  • StatPearls and CUSOM reserve the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances. StatPearls and CUSOM will not be responsible for other expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is canceled.

Equal Opportunity

  • StatPearls and CUSOM are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Equal Access Institutions. 

Medium or Media Used:

  • Computer Requirements:  Internet Access
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Instructions for Credit

  1. Register for the activity and create a StatPearls login.     
  2. Review the required accreditation information:  Target audience, learning objectives and disclosure information.
  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

StatPearls and CUSOM adheres to AOA Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of StatPearls and Campbell that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that authors and editors will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to starting the activity.

The information provided at this CME/CE activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.

This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

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