CCO Slideset

Clinical Controversies in the Treatment of Anemia: Appropriate Use of ESAs in a Time of Change

Source: Clinical Controversies in the Treatment of Anemia: Appropriate Use of ESAs in a Time of Change

Clinical Controversies in the Treatment of Anemia: Appropriate Use of ESAs in a Time of Change


Program Director: George Rodgers, MD, PhD

Faculty:

Jeffrey Crawford, MDDavid H. Henry, MDLee Schwartzberg, MD, FACP
  • Jeffrey Crawford, MD
  • David H. Henry, MD
  • Lee Schwartzberg, MD, FACP

CME CREDIT INFORMATION

Release Date: 07/30/08

Expiration Date: 07/29/09


Physicians: maximum of 2.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Registered Nurses: 2.5 Nursing CE credits

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Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Describe the biology of anemia and its clinical impact on patients with cancer
  • Discuss efficacy and safety data related to appropriate use of erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs) in patients with cancer
  • Evaluate the possible risks and benefits of ESAs in the management of anemia in the oncology setting
  • Discuss recent updates from regulatory agencies and changes to practice guidelines regarding the clinical utility of ESAs

Topics covered include:

  • Clinical Controversies in the Treatment of Anemia: Appropriate Use of ESAs in a Time of Change
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