De Quervain Tenosynovitis

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (24 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

22 Nov 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Join us for an informative Continuing Medical Education (CME) event on de Quervain tenosynovitis, a condition named after the renowned Swiss surgeon Fritz de Quervain, who first described it in 1895. This engaging session will delve into the intricacies of this condition, which involves tendon entrapment within the first dorsal compartment of the wrist. De Quervain tenosynovitis manifests as a thickening and myxoid degeneration of the tendon sheaths, specifically affecting the abductor pollicis longus and extensor pollicis brevis tendons as they traverse through the fibro-osseous tunnel situated along the radial styloid at the distal wrist. Patients with this condition often experience exacerbated pain during thumb movement and radial or ulnar wrist deviation. Additionally, de Quervain tenosynovitis predominantly affects women, particularly those in the late stages of pregnancy or the postpartum period.

This comprehensive CME activity will encompass a thorough exploration of the etiology, clinical presentation, evaluation, and management of de Quervain tenosynovitis. Participants will gain valuable insights into both nonoperative and surgical treatment approaches. Nonoperative strategies typically include immobilization and corticosteroid injections in the first dorsal compartment, relieving most patients. For those cases where conservative treatments fall short, our experts will discuss the surgical release of the first dorsal compartment as a viable solution. Attendees will also have the opportunity to examine the crucial role of the interprofessional healthcare team in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing this condition.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the etiologies and pathophysiology of de Quervain tenosynovitis.

  • Identify the examination procedures necessary to perform on a patient presenting with suspected de Quervain tenosynovitis.

  • Determine the treatment and management of de Quervain tenosynovitis.

  • Compare possible interprofessional team strategies for improving care coordination and communication to advance the evaluation and treatment of de Quervain tenosynovitis and improve outcomes.

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Commercial Support: This activity has received NO commercial support.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Physicians and Physician Associates: StatPearls, LLC designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians and PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Board of Internal Medicine: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 1.00 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.

American Board of Pediatrics: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn up to 1.00 MOC points in the American Board of Pediatrics’ (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABP MOC credit.

American Board of Surgery: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME and Self-Assessment requirement(s) of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada: Through an agreement between the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, medical practitioners participating in the Royal College MOC Program may record completion of accredited activities registered under the ACCME’s “CME in Support of MOC” program in Section 3 of the Royal College’s MOC Program.

Please consult your professional licensing board for information on the applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity.

Method of Participation and Credit

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  2. Review the target audience, learning objectives, and disclosure information.
  3. Study the educational content of the enduring material.
  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
  5. Complete the post-activity assessment survey.

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Disclaimer

This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the FDA. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

The information provided for this 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. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

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The information was provided in a way that cortisone is the most effective option, especially with low compliance and high recurrence for thumb spica. However, questions were indicating that a thumb spica should still be used first. Felt like two different messages.

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