Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is a neuromuscular junction disorder affecting communication between nerves and muscles. This intricate disorder can manifest due to a paraneoplastic syndrome or a primary autoimmune disorder. The majority of cases are associated with small-cell lung cancer. This activity primarily focuses on analyzing the prominent clinical symptom of muscle weakness, which is driven by the development of antibodies that target voltage-gated calcium channels on presynaptic nerve terminals. As a result, the release of the acetylcholine neurotransmitter is reduced. This activity helps gain valuable insights into the intricate pathogenesis, practical diagnostic approaches, and tailored treatment strategies for LEMS. This activity also highlights the crucial role of the interprofessional healthcare team in coordinating the comprehensive management of this intricate syndrome.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/24011
- 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)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABOHNS - 1.0 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: Ambulatory/Outpatient, Complex General Surgical Oncology, Critical Care Medicine, General Operative Anesthesia, General Otolaryngology, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Molecular Genetic Pathology, Neurocritical Care, Neuropathology (incl. Neuromuscular), Rheumatology