Stuttering priapism, a rare but potentially serious condition, involves recurrent, self-limiting penile erections lasting less than 3 to 4 hours per episode. Though transient, it can progress to ischemic priapism, necessitating immediate intervention to prevent complications like erectile dysfunction. Most commonly seen in sickle cell disease (SCD) patients, stuttering priapism has varied treatment approaches. This course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent and manage stuttering priapism and its potential complications effectively.This activity discusses the differences among priapism types, pathophysiology, prompt interventions, and preventive measures to mitigate complications like erectile dysfunction. The curriculum covers hormonal manipulations, medications altering cavernosal muscle tone, and newer modalities for preventing recurrent episodes. Specialized treatments like automated red cell exchanges and the potential role of penile prosthesis implantation in complex cases are also explored. This knowledge equips clinicians to diagnose, manage, and tailor preventive strategies for stuttering priapism, optimizing patient care.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/135208
- 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)
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: All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology