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ForwardDeep Vein Thrombosis: A Public Health Concern
Pricing
Non-ISMS members: $75.00
ISMS members: Free
Course Description
Although up to 900,000 people could be affected by deep vein thrombosis/ pulmonary emoblisms (DVT/PE) each year in the US, the precise number of people affected by DVT/PE is unknown. 10-30% of people with DVT/PE die within one month of diagnosis, and sudden death is the first symptom of PE in 25% of people. Estimates suggest that 60,000-100,000 Americans die of DVT/PE each year. One third of people with DVT/PE will have a recurrence within 10 years.
Given the danger of DVT/PE for patients, it is critical that physicians understand risk factors and how to assess them. Do you know what genetic factors increase the risk of DVT/PE? Join ISMS and Dr. Joseph A. Caprini, Senior Clinician Educator at University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, for a webinar that will help prepare you to assess your patients’ risk of DVT/PE, as well as appropriate prophylaxis for patients at risk of DVT/PE.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this learning activity, participants will be able to:
- Identify venous thromboembolism risk factors.
- Administer and score a DVT risk assessment.
- Discuss when to use prophylaxis and what prophylaxis is appropriate based on risk assessment.
- Describe venous thrombosis risk factor associated with family history.
Disclosures
All faculty, content reviewers and planners who have had input into or contributed to the content have indicated they have no relevant financial relationships with any commercial entities that may have an impact on the activity.
Target Audience
ISMS members and their staff
CME information
The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Illinois State Medical Society designates this internet activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The Illinois Nurse Practice Act rules deem CME credit provided by approved sponsors as acceptable to fulfill nursing continuing education requirements for licensure. Nurses may claim one contact hour per unit of CME in the state of Illinois.
Additional information
The recommendations contained in this resource are not intended to define conduct that is appropriate in every case, should not be considered as establishing any standard of care, and do not constitute legal advice. Physicians, clinicians and health care providers should take care to ensure that all care rendered reflects the best clinical judgment and complies with the laws and regulations of the state or location at which the care was provided.
Joseph A. Caprini, MD
Senior Clinician Educator
University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Available Credit
- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Illinois State Medical Society and ISMIE Mutual Insurance Company. The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Illinois State Medical Society designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 1.00 Participation Credit
Price
ISMS member cost: Free
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