Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (124 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

9

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

27 Apr 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a rapidly progressing myeloid neoplasm characterized by the clonal expansion of primitive hematopoietic stem cells, known as blasts, in the bone marrow. This expansion results in ineffective erythropoiesis and megakaryopoiesis, clinically manifesting as relatively rapid bone marrow failure compared to chronic and indolent leukemias. This leads to inadequate production of red blood cells and platelets. The recent consensus guidelines established by the European LeukemiaNET (ELN) in 2022 have emphasized molecular characterization and risk stratification for individuals with AML, providing updated data on these aspects.

Treatment options vary depending on patient-specific factors, and hematopoietic stem cell transplant remains the only curative therapy. Although the administration of multiagent induction chemotherapy can achieve complete remission, allogeneic stem cell transplantation is the only established curative therapy. Despite advancements in therapeutic approaches, prognosis remains suboptimal, especially among the older populations. This activity explores the appropriate timing for considering this condition in the differential diagnosis and outlines proper evaluation methods. In addition, this activity emphasizes the crucial role of the interprofessional healthcare team in providing care for patients affected by this 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:

  • Identify characteristic clinical features and laboratory findings indicative of acute myeloid leukemia during patient evaluation.

  • Implement evidence-based diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for acute myeloid leukemia management in accordance with established guidelines.

  • Select appropriate induction and consolidation therapies tailored to individual patient characteristics and disease risk for patients with acute myeloid leukemia.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and provide support for patients throughout their acute myeloid leukemia journey.

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  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.

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section on treatment was short and vague. as a pharmacist, I'd have liked to learn more about treatment

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Well done presentation and a very nice review of AML. Thank you!

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