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Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

27 Feb 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Os odontoideum is a rare cervical anomaly stemming from a developmental failure in the odontoid process. This condition has an uncertain estimated prevalence, primarily due to its typically asymptomatic nature and the lack of extensive screening studies. Os odontoideum is radiologically characterized by an oval or round-shaped ossicle with smooth circumferential cortical margins, signifying a hypoplastic odontoid process that lacks continuity with the C2 vertebral body, posing challenges in diagnosis, especially when the ossicle is small and cephalic. Although this condition often remains asymptomatic, it can lead to severe cervical instability, emphasizing the critical importance of prompt diagnosis to mitigate the risk of spinal cord compression. 

One of the main risks of this anatomical entity is the association of anterior atlantoaxial subluxation, which, if left untreated, can lead to cervical spinal stenosis with resultant cervical myelopathy due to vascular compromise, bony compression, or stretching of the spinal cord. The etiology of this condition is disputed and can be either traumatic or congenital. Os odontoideum is usually found incidentally in the pediatric population or diagnosed in symptomatic patients at adult age. This activity offers comprehensive insights into the etiology, evaluation, and treatment of os odontoideum, highlighting potential complications and the significance of early intervention to improve patient outcomes. This activity also emphasizes the critical roles of interprofessional healthcare teams in effectively managing this rare anatomical abnormality by thoroughly examining its diverse radiological aspects and addressing challenges and potential complications associated with its diagnosis and treatment.


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 os odontoideum through comprehensive clinical assessment and radiological evaluation.

  • Implement appropriate diagnostic imaging modalities to confirm the presence of os odontoideum and assess its severity.

  • Select the most suitable surgical or conservative management approach based on the patient's clinical presentation and radiographic characteristics.

  • Collaborate with interprofessional healthcare teams to provide timely and integrated treatment for patients with os odontoideum, emphasizing the importance of ongoing follow-up and monitoring.

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. 

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  • 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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