Osteomalacia, a metabolic bone disorder commonly known as “soft bone disease,” results from inadequate mineralization of bone tissue due to deficiencies in vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate. This deficiency leads to weakened, softened bones, manifesting in symptoms such as bone pain, muscle weakness, and an increased risk of fractures. Although osteoporosis is more widely recognized, osteomalacia is a distinct condition that presents significant concerns within bone health, particularly because vitamin D deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency globally. Understanding osteomalacia is critical, as early recognition and appropriate treatment can prevent the debilitating complications associated with this disorder.Participants in this educational activity gain a comprehensive understanding of osteomalacia, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. The activity enhances clinicians’ ability to accurately differentiate osteomalacia from other bone disorders, leading to more precise diagnoses and effective treatment strategies. Moreover, the activity emphasizes the importance of collaboration within an interprofessional team, where diverse expertise contributes to a more holistic approach to patient care. This teamwork is crucial in managing osteomalacia, as it leads to improved patient outcomes through coordinated care plans, optimized treatment regimens, and a more thorough understanding of the patient’s overall health needs.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/26396
- 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)
ABOS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
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: Adult Reconstruction, Chemical Pathology, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, Foot and Ankle, General Orthopaedics, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, Nephrology, Orthopaedic Trauma, Pediatric Endocrinology, Pediatric Nephrology, Pediatric Rheumatology, Rheumatology, Shoulder and Elbow, Soft Tissue & Bone, Surgery of the Spine