Cardiac Fibroma

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (5 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

30 Apr 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Cardiac fibromas, the second most common primary cardiac tumor in children after rhabdomyoma, are characterized by their composition of connective tissue and fibroblasts. Despite their benign nature, they can present symptomatic challenges such as intracavitary obstruction, coronary artery compromise, and conduction defects, which may lead to sudden death. Pediatric cardiac tumors often coincide with genetic conditions, exemplified by the association of rhabdomyoma with tuberous sclerosis and the presence of cardiac fibromas in 3% to 5% of patients with nevoid basal cell carcinoma syndrome, also known as Gorlin or Gorlin-Goltz syndrome.

This continuing education activity provides an in-depth review of the diagnostic workup for cardiac fibromas. Clinicians enhance their understanding of this condition and optimize patient care by exploring the various imaging modalities and treatment options available. Further, this activity emphasizes the importance of a collaborative approach among healthcare professionals in managing cardiac fibroma cases. Through interdisciplinary coordination, including dermatologists, pediatricians, geneticists, and cardiologists, healthcare teams can provide comprehensive care tailored to each patient's unique needs, ultimately improving outcomes for individuals affected by cardiac fibromas.


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:

  • Differentiate cardiac fibromas from other cardiac tumors and nonneoplastic conditions based on clinical presentation and diagnostic findings.

  • Screen high-risk populations, such as individuals with genetic syndromes associated with cardiac fibromas, for early detection and intervention.

  • Implement evidence-based management strategies tailored to patients' needs and clinical presentation, including surgical resection and medical therapy.

  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop coordinated care plans and ensure continuity of care throughout the patient's treatment journey.

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.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing and a money back guarantee is provided if not completely satisfied.

  • 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
  • E-mail Address

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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