MI Complications: Aneurysms & Ruptures
Event Overview
This webinar focuses on the complications of myocardial infarction (MI), specifically aneurysms and ruptures, which are severe and potentially life-threatening conditions. Participants will gain insights into the pathophysiology, diagnostic techniques, and management strategies for MI-related aneurysms and ruptures. The session includes a thorough examination of the clinical presentation, imaging modalities, and treatment options for these complications, ensuring healthcare providers are well-equipped to diagnose and manage these critical conditions effectively.
Objectives
After completing, the participant will be able to:
Discuss how to distinguish between Pseudo vs True aneurysm
Use various methods such as 3D, Doppler and other techniques
Understand mechanical complications from Myocardial infarctions
Target Audience
N/A
Credit Information
Credit Type
* AMA PRA Category 1™
Number of Credits
1
Estimated Time for Completion
1 hour
Faculty
Billy Cathey, MCSS President, RDCS
Experienced Cardiac Sonographer
Disclosure
In compliance with the Essentials and Standards of the ACCME, the author of this CME tutorial is required to disclose any significant financial or other relationships they may have with commercial interests.
In compliance with the Essentials and Standards of the ACCME, the author of this CME tutorial is required to disclose any significant financial or other relationships they may have with commercial interests. Billy Cathey discloses no such relationships exist. IAME has assessed conflict of interest with its faculty, authors, editors, and any individuals who were in a position to control the content of this CME activity. Any identified relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated. IAME's planners, content reviewers, and editorial staff disclose no relationships with ineligible entities.
IAME has assessed conflict of interest with its faculty, authors, editors, and any individuals who were in a position to control the content of this CME activity. Any identified relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated. IAME's planners, content reviewers, and editorial staff disclose no relationships with ineligible entities.
Accreditation
The Institute for Advanced Medical Education is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Institute for Advanced Medical Education designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Sonographers: These credits are accepted by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Sonography Canada, Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), and most other organizations.
For information on the applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity, please consult your professional licensing board or other credentialing organization.
* 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.