The diagnosis and management of clear cell carcinoma of the cervix is complex, and new approaches are constantly evolving. Clear cell adenocarcinoma of the uterine cervix accounts for only 4% of all adenocarcinoma cases, and about two-thirds are associated with intrauterine diethylstilbestrol (DES) exposure. Nevertheless, cases of clear cell adenocarcinoma have been reported in both adult women and children lacking a history of DES exposure. Compared to adults who suffer from adenocarcinoma, there is a high incidence of stage III and stage IV disease in children and adolescents. The incidence of disease outside of the usual screening age for cervical cancer emphasizes the importance of clinical recognition of the disease so that timely treatment can be delivered. Given the proportion of cases identified in the pediatric and young adult population, fertility-sparing treatment has been emphasized when possible.To optimize patient survival, the clinical aspects of clear cell carcinoma of the cervix must be clearly defined, particularly regarding screening, diagnosis, and treatment. This activity describes the epidemiology, predisposing factors, clinical presentation, and management of clear cell carcinoma of the cervix and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in fostering the best possible outcomes for individuals with this condition.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/19218
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.0 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - 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, Complex General Surgical Oncology, Cytopathology, Female Reproductive, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Surgical Pathology