Starting on:
May 2, 2025
Ending on:
May 2, 2025
Moderator(s):
Venue:
KUTRRH
Max Credits:
3 Points
Provider:
Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital
Claim Points
May 2, 2025
Ending on:
May 2, 2025
Moderator(s):
KUTRRH
Max Credits:
3 Points
Provider:
Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital
Claim Points
Sickle Cell Disease in Pregnancy
Starting on:
May 2, 2025
May 2, 2025
Ending on:
May 2, 2025
May 2, 2025
Venue:
KUTRRH
KUTRRH
Description
Understand the Pathophysiology and Clinical Implications of Sickle Cell Disease • Review the genetic basis and systemic manifestations of sickle cell disease.
Objectives
• Understand the Pathophysiology and Clinical Implications of Sickle Cell Disease
• Review the genetic basis and systemic manifestations of sickle cell disease.
• Discuss the impact of sickle cell disease on pregnancy and maternal outcomes.
• Analyze Preoperative Assessment and Risk Stratification
• Identify key clinical and laboratory markers relevant to anesthetic planning.
• Evaluate comorbidities including retroviral disease and gestational hypertension.
• Explore Anesthetic Management Strategies
• Compare regional versus general anesthesia approaches in obstetric patients with sickle cell disease.
• Discuss airway management, oxygenation, and fluid balance considerations.
• Manage Intraoperative and Postoperative Complications
• Recognize and respond to failed spinal blocks and rescue strategies.
• Review postoperative care including pain management, oxygen therapy, and thromboprophylaxis.
• Apply Evidence-Based Practices for Sickle Cell Disease in Obstetrics
• Implement transfusion protocols and perioperative optimization strategies.
• Understand the role of incentive spirometry, hydration, and multimodal analgesia.
• Reflect on Multidisciplinary Coordination and System-Level Challenges
• Emphasize the importance of early team involvement in high-risk obstetric cases.
• Identify system gaps and propose improvements in maternal care for patients with hemoglobinopathies.
• Promote Patient-Centered and Safe Anesthetic Care
• Tailor anesthetic plans to individual patient needs and disease severity.
• Foster awareness of psychosocial support and long-term management in special populations.
Presenters
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Dr.
Jeremy Githome
Dr.