Pulmonary regurgitation, characterized by blood flow from the pulmonary artery back into the right ventricle during diastole, presents various underlying causes like pulmonary hypertension, congenital heart defects (eg, tetralogy of Fallot), iatrogenic influences, or conditions like carcinoid syndrome or rheumatic heart disease. While asymptomatic severe cases might not require therapy, valve replacement becomes crucial for symptomatic or progressive cases, focusing on alleviating symptoms and restoring normal hemodynamics. The choice between percutaneous or surgical approaches is determined by individual patient factors, anatomy, and risk considerations, with post-replacement lifelong monitoring, especially in those with prosthetic valves, being essential to ensure optimal outcomes and prevent complications like thrombosis or endocarditis.Clinicians participating in a pulmonary regurgitation course can expect a comprehensive understanding of the condition’s underlying causes, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies. They will gain insights into various etiologies, including pulmonary hypertension, congenital heart defects, and iatrogenic influences, allowing for more precise diagnosis and tailored treatment plans. The course covers guidelines for patient follow-ups, echocardiographic assessments, and indications for intervention, guiding clinicians in decision-making regarding valve replacement and the choice between percutaneous or surgical approaches. Additionally, emphasis is placed on lifelong post-replacement monitoring to prevent complications and ensure optimal patient outcomes.
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- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/28048
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: 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)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
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)
ABTS - 1.0 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: Adolescent Medicine, Adult Cardiac, Adult Congenital Heart Disease, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Ambulatory/Outpatient, Cardiac Anesthesia, Cardiothoracic, Cardiovascular, Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Pathology, Congenital Cardiac, Critical Care Medicine, General Operative Anesthesia, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology, Pediatric Anesthesia, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Pulmonology, Pulmonary Disease