Management of Cancer-Related Anemia in Patients with Breast or Gynecologic Cancer: New Insights Based on Results from the European Cancer Anemia Survey

Management of Cancer-Related Anemia in Patients with Breast or Gynecologic Cancer: New Insights Based on Results from the European Cancer Anaemia Survey Peter Barrett-Lee, Carsten Bokemeyer, Pere Gascón, J.W.R. Nortier, Oncologist 2005; 10: 743-757 Author Information and Disclosures Target Audience: Physicians who wish to advance their current knowledge of clinical cancer medicine in symptom management and are involved in providing patient care in a cancer care environment. Method of Physician Participation: Read course materials, complete course quiz and evaluation form (optional). Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: Discuss the negative impact of anemia and its sequelae, particularly fatigue, in patients with breast or gynecologic cancer. Describe the results of the European Cancer Anaemia Survey (ECAS), which defined the prevalence, incidence, and treatment of anemia in the European cancer community, identified anemia risk factors, and demonstrated that anemia is often suboptimally treated. Explain how the successful management of anemia is associated with patient well-being and improved overall quality of life. The NIH/FAES designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Activity Information Accreditation CME Instructions For Credit Privacy Statement Hardware/Software Requirements Release Date: Oct. 25, 2005 Most Recent Review: Oct. 25, 2005* Most Recent Update: Oct. 25, 2005 Date Credit Expires: Oct. 25, 2007 Time to Complete: 1 hour Medium: Internet Online *Click here to learn more about our review process.