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.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/28024
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.5 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - 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: Adult Cardiac, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Ambulatory/Outpatient, Cardiac Anesthesia, Cardiothoracic, Cardiovascular, Cardiovascular Disease, Critical Care, Critical Care Medicine, General Operative Anesthesia, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Thoracic, Geriatric Medicine, Hematology, Hemostasis & Thrombosis/Coagulation, Hospice and Palliative Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Pediatric Pulmonology, Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary, Mediastinum, Surgical Critical Care