CCO Treatment Updates

Treatment of Thrombocytopenia in Patients With Chronic Hepatitis C: Potential Impact on Treatment Candidacy and Outcomes

Module

Thrombocytopenia in Hepatitis C: Impact on Patient Management

Faculty:

Maribel Rodriguez-Torres, MD, CPI

CREDIT INFORMATION

Release Date: 12/18/08

Expiration Date: 12/17/09

Physicians: maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Registered Nurses: 0.9 Nursing contact hours

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Maribel Rodriguez-Torres, MD, discusses the etiology of thrombocytopenia, its impact on hepatitis C management, and emerging treatment strategies.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

Summarize recent data regarding the prevalence and causes of thrombocytopenia in HCV-infected patients
Discuss the impact of thrombocytopenia on the clinical management of HCV-infected patients
Identify potential management strategies to reduce thrombocytopenia in HCV-related cirrhosis
Discuss the latest data and best practices regarding thrombocytopenia management in patients being considered for, or currently on, HCV antiviral treatment

Abstract

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Interactive Virtual Presentation

Prevention and Management of Thrombocytopenia in Hepatitis C Patients

Faculty:

Robert S. Brown, Jr., MD, MPH

CREDIT INFORMATION

Release Date: 02/11/09

Expiration Date: 02/10/10

Physicians: maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Registered Nurses: 0.9 Nursing contact hours

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Watch and listen as Robert S. Brown, Jr., MD, MPH, discusses the impact of thrombocytopenia on management of hepatitis C patients.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

Summarize the etiology and prevalence of thrombocytopenia in advanced liver disease
Describe the impact of thrombocytopenia on hepatitis C management
Discuss current and investigational strategies for the management of thrombocytopenia in hepatitis C

Slideset: Prevention and Management of Thrombocytopenia in Hepatitis C Patients

This downloadable PowerPoint slideset reviews the impact of thrombocytopenia on the care of patients with chronic hepatitis C.

Format: Microsoft PowerPoint (.ppt) | File size: 807 KB | Date posted: 2/11/2009

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