Sending Out an SOS: Updates in the Management of Sinusoidal Obstructive Syndrome
Given that SOS is a life-threatening complication, any delays or failure to recognize patients at risk can result in detrimental outcomes. The purpose of this activity is to equip pharmacists and pharmacist technicians with the knowledge of the most current updates in the recognition, risk assessment, severity grading, and the management of SOS. In March of 2020, the British Society of Hematology expert group published an update revealing new information on the pathogenesis, modifiable and unmodifiable risk factors for disease development, along with new revised diagnostic criteria, grading classification for SOS, and the evidence on the use of different prophylactic and therapeutic modalities. The early identification of the risk factors, more timely and accurate diagnosis and more innovative treatment approaches are crucial elements in improving patient survival. This presentation will summarize the new updates on SOS management and review the primary literature behind the newly published recommendations.
Target Audience
- Pharmacists
- Pharmacy technicians
Learning Objectives
Pharmacist learning objectives
- Describe the epidemiology and pathogenesis of sinusoidal obstructive syndrome
- Identify risk factors associated with the development of sinusoidal obstructive syndrome
- Evaluate revised diagnostic criteria and grading classification for sinusoidal obstructive syndrome
- Summarize the literature on the use of different prophylactic and therapeutic modalities for sinusoidal obstructive syndrome
Pharmacy technician learning objectives
- Recognize the brand/generic names of the agents used in the treatment and prevention of sinusoidal obstructive syndrome
- Review specific storage and stability requirements of the pharmacological preparations used to manage sinusoidal obstructive syndrome
Additional Information
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Helpful Tips for Users.pdf | 157.72 KB |
Information for CE Credit - Sending Out an SOS.docx | 125.45 KB |
Available Credit
- 1.00 ACPE Pharmacist
- 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy Technician
- 1.00 General CE - Attendance