Cornea Transplantation

Overview

4 out of 5 (1 Reviews)

Credits

2.00

Post Assessment Questions

11

Start Date

19 Jul 2022

Last Review Date

24 Feb 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

120 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Corneal transplantation, a pivotal intervention for various corneal disorders, involves replacing damaged or diseased corneal tissue with a healthy donor cornea. The goal of the procedure is to restore visual function, addressing conditions such as keratoconus, Fuchs endothelial dystrophy, and corneal scars. Techniques have evolved from full-thickness transplants to selective lamellar procedures like Descemet stripping endothelial keratoplasty (DSEK) and Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK), enhancing outcomes and reducing complications. This continuing education activity thoroughly explores corneal transplantation, encompassing anatomy, historical context, indications, contraindications, surgical techniques, and recent advancements.

Clinicians engaging with this activity will gain comprehensive insights into the evolving landscape of corneal transplantation. From understanding the historical progression to mastering modern techniques such as DSEK and DMEK, clinicians enhance their competence in patient assessment, surgical decision-making, and postoperative care. The activity emphasizes the importance of effective communication with patients and collaboration within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Clinicians are equipped with the latest knowledge on advancements in immunology, tissue banking, and surgical approaches, ensuring they stay at the forefront to provide optimal care to patients undergoing corneal transplantation.


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 potential candidates for corneal transplantation by conducting comprehensive evaluations, considering factors such as the nature of corneal disorders, patient history, and suitability for various transplantation techniques.

  • Apply a comprehensive understanding of corneal anatomy, history, indications, contraindications, personnel, equipment, techniques, and complications to enhance decision-making and surgical proficiency.

  • Assess postoperative outcomes and complications, monitoring patients for signs of rejection, infection, or other adverse events, and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.

  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including ophthalmic surgeons, advanced practitioners, nurses, pharmacists, and other professionals, to ensure coordinated and patient-centered care throughout the transplantation process.

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 2.00 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.

 

 
 

Reviews

Lloyd R. on 2/22/2023

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