Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease is the most common inherited neuromuscular disorder, characterized by progressive weakness of the extremities due to peripheral nerve damage. The disease primarily affects the lower limbs, leading to foot deformities, sensory loss, and muscle weakness. Symptoms typically appear in the first or second decade of life. Occasionally, CMT also involves the cranial nerves, other areas of the neuraxis, and various organ systems.The diagnosis of CMT, which involves clinical evaluation, electrophysiology, imaging, and genetic testing, is essential for patient education and counseling, initiating a rehabilitation program, and considering therapeutic trials. Treatment focuses on symptom management and rehabilitation, as no disease-modifying therapies are currently available. This activity reviews the clinical and electrophysiological evaluation of individuals with CMT and provides a comprehensive update on its pathophysiology, genetics, and imaging findings. This activity provides healthcare professionals with the necessary tools and knowledge to effectively treat patients diagnosed with CMT. In addition, this activity emphasizes the importance of coordinating interprofessional care and highlights ongoing clinical trials for potential therapies, which play a crucial role in managing and improving outcomes for these patients.
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- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/19285
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 2.0 hours
Nursing: 2.0 hours
Pharmacy: 2.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Foot and Ankle, General Orthopaedics, General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Molecular Genetic Pathology, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, Neuropathology (incl. Neuromuscular), Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Shoulder and Elbow, Sleep Medicine, Surgery of the Hand