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U.S. Food & Drug Administration
Continuing Education and Accreditation
Division of Learning and Organizational Development
Center for Drug Evaluation and Research

Hyperemesis Gravidarum: New Research and Insights

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Starts On: Tue, 1/23/24: 12:00 AM EST
Ends On: Fri, 1/22/27: 12:00 AM EST
Type: Enduring Material
Credits: 1
Description: This enduring material reviews the latest research on maternal, fetal, and child adverse outcomes for the most severe form of nausea and vomiting of pregnancy, hyperemesis gravidarum. Etiology, treatment, and pre-clinical evidence for novel mechanisms of prevention and therapy will be discussed.
Objectives:
  • Summarize the adverse maternal, fetal, and child outcomes associated with hyperemesis gravidarum (HG).
  • Discuss the roles of abnormal levels of GDF15 and maternal GDF15 sensitivity in nausea and vomiting in human pregnancy.
  • Recognize the importance of earlier screening and frequent follow-up for HG.
  • Recall the need for testing new strategies for prevention and treatment of HG.
Additional Information: Review the Activity Announcement for additional details: Announcement Form