Practice Pearls for Management of Uncontrolled Gout in the Primary Care Setting

Practice Pearls for Management of Uncontrolled Gout in the Primary Care Setting is organized by Healio and Vindico Medical Education.,,This enduring material is approved for 1 year from the date of original release, June 10, 2022, to June 9, 2023.,,Activity Description:,A gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis characterized by the deposition of monosodium urate crystals in the joints, tendons, and connective tissues. Uncontrolled gout (also called refractory gout or recurrent gout) is marked by serum uric acid levels that do not drop below 6 mg/dL, accompanied by recurrent flares and increased tophi. Gout is associated with functional impairment and, for many, diminished health-related quality of life. Despite major advances in treatment strategies, many patients with gout are poorly controlled or improperly managed. In this educational activity, expert clinicians discuss the latest updates in diagnosing and managing gout.,,Learning Objectives:,Upon successful completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:,Physician:,• Determine the burden, complications, and evidence-based diagnostic criteria for uncontrolled gout.,• Apply the recent clinical evidence on current and emerging therapies for uncontrolled gout.,• Employ an interprofessional approach to improve the care of patients with uncontrolled gout.