Ataxia-Telangiectasia

Overview

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Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

8

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

6 Mar 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Ataxia-telangiectasia (A-T) is a rare neurodegenerative ataxia syndrome characterized by early childhood onset and autosomal recessive inheritance. The condition results from mutations in the ataxia telangiectasia mutated (ATM) gene located on chromosome 11q22-23 that cause neurological and systemic manifestations. Clinically, A-T is marked by cerebellar ataxia and the development of telangiectasias, dilated capillaries in the oculocutaneous region. As affected children begin to sit and walk, the onset of ataxia is evident through truncal instability.

The neurological symptoms associated with A-T include dysarthria, oculomotor apraxia, extrapyramidal symptoms, axonal neuropathy, and cognitive impairment. Beyond the neurological domain, individuals with A-T may experience immunological and endocrine abnormalities and an increased risk of neoplastic disease. Early childhood is a critical period for the emergence of neurological symptoms, with ataxia being the primary observable sign. The management of A-T necessitates an interprofessional team, and this activity aims to guide healthcare professionals in evaluating and improving care for patients with this complex condition.


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:

  • Screen for the abnormal ataxia-telangiectasia mutated gene in the etiology of ataxia-telangiectasia.

  • Implement appropriate genetic testing to diagnose ataxia-telangiectasia.

  • Improve understanding of the pathophysiology of ataxia-telangiectasia.

  • Collaborate with all members of the interprofessional team, including age-appropriate primary care practitioners and specialists such as neurologists, endocrinologists, immunologists, and oncologists to provide efficient, comprehensive, and coordinated care.

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 1.50 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. 

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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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