A Rational Approach to Cardiogenetic Testing
Speaker:
Kathryn Chatfield, MD
Contact Hours:
1.0
Date:
September 30, 2024 - September 30, 2026
Description:
Dr. Chatfield speaks about approaches to cardiogenetic testing. Three groups of inherited disorders that primarily affect the cardiovascular system are discussed: cardiomyopathy, connective tissue disorders, and familial cardiac malformation syndromes. Discussion focuses on the value of genetic testing to cardiologists, strategies for testing, and impact of testing on clinical management using case examples.
Learning Objectives:
- List the three major groups of inherited disorders that cause cardiovascular disease.
- Understand the value of genetic testing for patients and families with inherited cardiovascular disorders.
- Describe the impact of testing on clinical management for patients with familial cardiovascular disease.