OVERVIEW
Congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection is a serious public health burden. Worldwide, the prevalence of CMV infections among women of reproductive age ranges between 45% and 99%. In the United States, CMV is the most common congenital viral infection, with approximately 1 in 200 babies born every year with this virus. Although most babies are asymptomatic, up to 20% will develop symptoms such as permanent hearing loss and/or neurodevelopment delays. Primary infection, reactivation, and reinfection during pregnancy can all lead to in utero transmission to the fetus, with different severity risk stratifications depending on timing of infection and CMV serostatus of the pregnant patient. This symposium will serve as a platform to discuss burden, prevalence, and etiology of CMV. It will also address the importance of CMV serostatus before and during pregnancy and its potential impact on the fetus, as well as discuss current and emerging management strategies.
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Join our 30-minute post-symposium breakout session connecting the program speakers and audience in the virtual environment. Backstage Pass provides an intimate virtual session where you can interact with faculty, address case-based questions, and facilitate relationship building.
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GOAL STATEMENT
The goal of this activity is for learners to be better informed of advancements in CMV research and vaccine updates.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Have increased knowledge regarding the[LIST][ITEM]CMV prevalence, burden and gaps in prevention[ITEM]CMV types[ITEM]Factors associated with CMV serostatus[/LIST]Demonstrate greater confidence in their ability to[LIST][ITEM]Appropriately educate patients on risk reducing strategies[/LIST]
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
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[bold]For Physicians[/bold] Medscape, LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 [italic][bold]AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™[/bold][/italic]. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. [bold]For Nurses[/bold] Awarded 1.0 contact hour(s) of nursing continuing professional development for RNs and APNs.
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Room: Ensemble A,B,C
450 Summer Street
Boston, Massachusetts, 02210
United States
Supported by an independent educational grant from [bold]Moderna, Inc[/bold].