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Management of Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation

Released: Dec 2009

Expires: Dec 2011

Type: Online

Atrial fibrillation (AF), a cardiac complication following non-cardiothoracic surgery, is more common and better characterized following cardiac surgery. Postoperative AF often prompts surgeons to consult hospitalists because it can be associated with serious surgical complications such as sepsis and venous thromboembolism. Although typically self-limited, AF can persist to discharge and can lead to an increased length of stay. Furthermore, conditions that are associated with AF contribute to increased mortality. The following module addresses the frequency and risk factors for AF, initial management and evaluation of postoperative AF, and the management of persistent postoperative AF that is still present at discharge.

Faculty:

Jeffrey Carter, MD |

CME Credits/Hours: 2.00
Cost: Free
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Perioperative Cardiac Risk Assessment

Released: Jul 2008

Expires: Jul 2012

Type: Online

Perioperative cardiac complications are the most widely feared medical issues for the anesthesiologist, surgeon, and medical consultant as they approach a patient with the option of surgery. To assess for the preoperative cardiac risk, hospitalists should follow a step-wise algorithm. The following module reviews the risk assessment process and enables the hospitalist to order appropriate preoperative testing.

Faculty:

Leonard Feldman, MD | Zishan K. Siddiqui M.D. |

CME Credits/Hours: 2.00
Cost: Free
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Perioperative Cardiac Risk Management

Released: Jul 2008

Expires: Jul 2012

Type: Online

Perioperative cardiac complications are the most widely feared medical issues for the anesthesiologist, surgeon, and medical consultant as they approach a patient with the option of surgery. Yet, only recently have management strategies been addressed in high-quality studies. The following module explains the roles of medical and interventional treatments in lowering perioperative cardiac event rates. This module also discusses the typical presentation of coronary syndromes postoperatively and the management of antiplatelet and cardiac medications.

Faculty:

Peter Kallas, MD |

CME Credits/Hours: 2.00
Cost: Free
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