GOUT: The Forgotten Inflammatory Arthritic Disease

A CME/CE Certified Webcast-on-Demand

Gout is a common form of inflammatory arthritis that is associated with elevated serum uric acid levels resulting from decreased renal excretion and/or overproduction. The ensuing deposition of monosodium urate crystals in tissues can lead to significant joint and/or renal injury if the disease is unrecognized or left untreated. Treatment of gout involves symptom relief and prevention of acute attacks in the short term, and uric acid lowering therapy to address the underlying cause and prevent disease progression in the long term. Management of this chronic disease entails commitment from the patient and requires patient-physician communication to optimize treatment selection and outcomes.

This educational activity will review the pathophysiology and criteria for the diagnosis of gout. Current therapeutic options for treatment and prevention of acute attacks, and long-term management of hyperuricemia will be discussed.

Available until December 31, 2010.
Physicians: 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit^™
Nurses: 1 contact hour
Pharmacists: 1 contact hour (0.1 CEUs)

This activity is sponsored by the University of Michigan Medical School in partnership with Quintiles Medical Education. This activity is co-provided by Global Education Group and Quintiles Medical Education.