Aminocaproic Acid

Overview

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Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

17 Aug 2023

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Aminocaproic acid, an antifibrinolytic agent, is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for managing and treating acute bleeding disorders resulting from elevated fibrinolytic activity. This drug is indicated for the therapeutic management of acute hemorrhages leading to complications after cardiac surgery, hematological disorders, hepatic cirrhosis, neoplastic disease, congenital amegakaryocytic thrombocytopenia, and life-threatening bleeding conditions associated with abruptio placenta. This activity comprehensively reviews the indications, mechanism of action, and contraindications for aminocaproic acid in managing hyperfibrinolysis-induced hemorrhage. In addition, this review will highlight other critical factors, including the adverse event profile, off-label indications, dosing, and monitoring, essential for healthcare team members for treating patients with acute hyperfibrinolysis-induced hemorrhage and related conditions.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify appropriate indications for aminocaproic acid therapy in managing acute bleeding disorders associated with elevated fibrinolytic activity.
  • Screen patients thoroughly to assess their suitability for aminocaproic acid therapy, considering contraindications and potential drug interactions.
  • Implement proper dosing and administration of aminocaproic acid based on individual patient factors, such as age, weight, and medical history, to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes.
  • Assess patients regularly for potential adverse effects and monitor relevant parameters, including serum creatinine, blood urea nitrogen, and coagulation tests during aminocaproic acid therapy.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

CUSOM will identify, review, and resolve all conflicts of interest that faculty, authors, activity directors, planners, managers, peer reviewers, or relevant staff disclose prior to an educational activity being delivered to learners. Disclosure of a relationship is not intended to suggest or condone bias in any presentation but is made to provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a presentation. Disclosure information for authors, editors, planners, peer reviewers, and/or relevant staff is provided with this activity.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

 

 

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. CUSOM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AOA Category 1 B Credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in the activity.

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  • StatPearls and CUSOM reserve the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances. StatPearls and CUSOM will not be responsible for other expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is canceled.

Equal Opportunity

  • StatPearls and CUSOM are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Equal Access Institutions. 

Medium or Media Used:

  • Computer Requirements:  Internet Access
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Instructions for Credit

  1. Register for the activity and create a StatPearls login.     
  2. Review the required accreditation information:  Target audience, learning objectives and disclosure information.
  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

StatPearls and CUSOM adheres to AOA Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of StatPearls and Campbell that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that authors and editors will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to starting the activity.

The information provided at this CME/CE activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.

This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

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