In this online CME self-learning activity:
Hemophilia is a genetic disease caused by mutation of one of the genes for coagulation proteins leading to dangerous, uncontrolled bleeding. In hemophilia A, a mutation in the gene for factor VIII (FVIII) leads to an endogenous deficiency in the clotting factor. The incidence of hemophilia A is the same in all geographic regions, populations, and ethnic groups, affecting approximately 1 out of every 5000 male births. The condition is diagnosed by measuring FVIII activity, and patients with severe hemophilia have FVIII activity of 1% or less. Patients with severe hemophilia A are at risk for spontaneous, life-threatening bleeding episodes. Untreated, the life expectancy is approximately 20 years, and painful or even life-threatening morbidities include intracranial hemorrhage, severe bleeding in other organ systems, musculoskeletal injury, and joint injury. In contrast, in people with moderate or mild hemophilia, abnormal bleeding usually occurs after minor trauma or surgery.
The following healthcare professionals: hematology, primary care physicians, and pediatricians; physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, and pharmacists who practice in hematology as well as other Hemophilia Treatment Center HCPs; and any other clinicians with an interest in hemophilia A.
Commercial Support Disclosure: This activity is supported by an educational grant from Sanofi / Genzyme.
Learners may participate in this activity free of charge.
Release Date: June 06, 2020 -- Expiration Date: June 06, 2022
Faculty: Lisa Boggio, MD
Faculty introduction, disclosures
Updates in the epidemiology and diagnosis of hemophilia A
Current and emerging treatment options for hemophilia A
Summary, best practice recap, conclusion
By the end of the session the participant will be able to:
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