Credit Information
Credit Type
* AMA PRA Category 1™
Number of Credits
2
Course Overview
This course offers a detailed exploration of ultrasound as an essential tool in diagnosing and managing arthritis, focusing on early detection of synovitis, joint effusion, and cartilage/bone erosions. It covers the EULAR-OMERACT ultrasound grading system for assessing arthritis severity, with a focus on the hand joints. Learn how ultrasound surpasses traditional methods in sensitivity and resolution, allowing for earlier diagnosis and intervention. This course includes step-by-step guidance on performing ultrasound exams, analyzing results, and differentiating types of inflammatory arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and CPPD. Ideal for clinicians aiming to enhance their diagnostic capabilities in arthritis care.
Course Objectives
After completing this activity, the participant will:
Define and identify the normal sonoanatomy of joints
Identify sonopathology in terms of synovitis and power doppler signal and grade using the EULER-OMERACT consensus guidelines
Identify erosions, intraarticular calcium, and effusions.
Perform a standardized EULER-OMERACT arthritis study of the hand.
Target Audience
Physicians, sonographers, and others who perform and/or interpret ultrasound.
* AMA PRA Category 1 ™ credits are used by physicians and other groups like PAs and certain nurses. Category 1 credits are accepted by the ARDMS, CCI, ACCME, and Sonography Canada.
