CME: Beta thalassemia: best practices and novel approaches in its recognition and treatment
ACCREDITATION EXPIRED: November 06, 2023
Activity Description / Statement of Need:
In this online, self-learning activity:
Beta-thalassemia (BT) is a progressive, hereditary, microcytic, hypochromic form of anemia characterized by the reduced synthesis of hemoglobin subunit beta and the underproduction of hemoglobin A (HbA). Although there are limited data regarding the incidence of BT, historical estimates of BT have been placed at about 1 in 100,000 individuals. BT is most commonly found in patients with Mediterranean, the Middle Eastern, Central Asian, Indian, East Asian, and the North African heritage. BT is caused by a point mutation in the encoding gene for hemoglobin subunit beta (HBB) on chromosome 11, which either results in lower beta-globin production (termed beta-plus [B+] or prevent cells from producing any beta-globin at all (termed beta-zero [B0]). The clinical severity the disease depends on the extent of β and γ chain imbalance; more than 350 genetic alterations that can cause BT have been identified.
There is a demonstrated variation in treatment between providers who practice at a beta thalassemia center of excellence (CoE) and those who do not, and those practitioners at CoEs demonstrate greater familiarity with beta thalassemia and its therapies, including butyrates, gene therapy, and luspatercept. Additional areas of educational need include transitioning patients from pediatric care, management of complications, and clinical trial updates.
Target Audience:
The following healthcare professionals: hematologists; physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and pharmacists who practice in hematology; and any other healthcare professionals with an interest in or who may clinically encounter patients with BT.
Commercial Support Disclosure: This program is supported by educational grants from Agios and Bluebird Pharmaceuticals.
This activity is free of charge.
Release Date: November 06, 2021 -- Expiration Date: November 06, 2023
Faculty: Cheryl Mensah, MD
Agenda
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Introduction, faculty disclosures |
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Review of BT · Epidemiology of and risk factors for BT · Review of pathophysiology · Challenges in recognition and diagnosis |
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Treatment of patients with BT
Investigational and emerging treatments
Patient case(s) |
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Summary, conclusions, and best practice recap |
Learning Objectives
By the end of the session the participant will be able to:
- Recall the challenges associated with the recognition, diagnosis, and treatment of BT
- Summarize the safety and effectiveness of conventional and emerging treatment options for BT
- Formulate a treatment plan for a patient with BT and related complications
Accreditation
ACCME Activity #201800389
ACCREDITATION FOR THIS COURSE HAS EXPIRED. YOU MAY VIEW THE PROGRAM, BUT CME / CE IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE AND NO CERTIFICATE WILL BE ISSUED.
Faculty Disclosure and Resolution of COI
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Faculty Disclosure:
Cheryl Mensah, M.D.., Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine, Weil Cornell School of Medicine, has received financial compensation from Chiesi for consulting work, and is an Adjudication Committee Member for Vertex Pharmaceuticals.
Disclosures of Educational Planners: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP, President of ScientiaCME, has no relevant financial disclosures.
Faculty will not discuss off-label uses.
All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.
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Commercial Support Disclosure: This program is supported by educational grants from Agios and Bluebird Pharmaceuticals.
Instructions
- Read the learning objectives above
- Take the Pre-Test (optional). Completion of the pre-test will help us evaluate the knowledge gained by participating in this CME activity.
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- Complete the activity evaluation and CME registration. A CE certificate will be emailed to you immediately.
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