Treatment of Vaso-occlusive Crisis - Some Gain, Less Pain

The recent ESCAPED study examines the treatment of Vaso-occlusive Crisis (VOC) in persons with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). Many patients have difficulty receiving treatment due to a myriad of factors, including structural racism. Listen as Geoff examines if the ESCAPED study can shine a light on how to treat VOC in patients with SCD.Redeem your CPE or CME credit here!References and resources: Lanzkron S, Little J, Wang H, et al. Treatment of Acute Pain in Adults With Sickle Cell Disease in an Infusion Center Versus the Emergency Department : A Multicenter Prospective Cohort Study. Ann Intern Med. 2021 Jul 6. doi: 10.7326/M20-7171. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34224261.Continuing Education Information:Learning Objectives: 1. Describe the guideline goals for treatment of Vaso-occlusive Crisis (VOC) to a specific patient2. Discuss the results of the ESCAPED study in relation to outcomes0.05 CEU | 0.5 HrsACPE UAN: 0107-0000-21-286-H01-PInitial release date: 8/24/21Expiration date: 8/24/22Complete CPE & CME details can be found here.Follow CEimpact on Social Media:LinkedInInstagram