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Acute Hepatic Porphyrias: Recognition, Differential Diagnosis, and Treatment Strategies
CME Satellite Symposium at the CNS - March 21, 2026
Dana Point, CA
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Please rate how well the following learning objectives were met:
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Recognize the hallmark signs and symptoms of acute hepatic porphyrias
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Differentiate AHP from other acute neurologic, gastrointestinal, and metabolic disorders with overlapping presentations
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Identify appropriate diagnostic tests and timing to confirm AHP in symptomatic patients
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Apply evidence-based, guideline-supported treatment strategies for managing AHP during acute attacks
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Integrate consensus recommendations into clinical decision-making for both immediate and follow-up care
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Was the presentation fair-balanced and objective?
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The speaker was knowledgeable, effective, and had expertise regarding porphyrias
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The presentation improved my knowledge and competence in managing patients with porphyrias
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Were you satisfied with the presentation?
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In a patient with suspicion for Acute Intermittent Porphyria (AIP), the most informative diagnostic in between the attacks test is:
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24-hour urine porphyrins with fractionation
Molecular analysis of the HMBS gene
Spot urinary porphobilinogen
Porphobilinogen deaminase activity
Which is the most appropriate INITIAL STEP in managing a suspected acute attack of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP)?
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Start high-dose corticosteroids
Begin broad-spectrum antibiotics
Administer hemin and carbohydrate loading
Perform urgent exploratory laparotomy
What are the autonomic signs commonly encountered in AHPs?
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Tachycardia and hypertension
Tachycardia and hypotension
Hypothermia and hypertension
Bradycardia and hypotension
Which medication is most likely to precipitate an acute porphyria attack and should be avoided in suspected AHP cases?
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Ondansetron
Acetaminophen
Phenobarbital
Cefriaxone
Electrolyte abnormalities and neuropathy are common often overlooked features of acute attacks
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Which of the following is NOT a symptom of AHP?
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Severe abdominal pain
Alopecia
Autonomic dysfunction
Hyponatremia
Which neurologic feature is most characteristic during an acute attack of AHP?
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Demyelinating optic neuritis
Progressive axonal motor neuropathy with weakness
Isolated cerebellar ataxia
Chronic sensory neuropathy without weakness
34 yr woman with Dx of AIP shows severe abdominal pain, nausea, new-onet proximal muscle weakness. Reports new insomnia. Has TACH, hyponatremia, urinary levels of porphobilinogen are elevated. What is next step?
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Initiate high-dose corticosteroids
Begin treatment with intravenous hemin
Administer broad-spectrum antibiotics
Start plasma exchange
How often do you CURRENTLY use this strategy? I make sure to check a spot urine porphobilinogen (PBG)
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Now that you have heard this presentation, how often do you PLAN TO USE the above strategy?
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How often do you CURRENTLY use this strategy? I treat neuro crises in HT1 with intravenous dextrose and nitisinone, and use hemin in severe cases
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Now that you have heard this presentation, how often do you PLAN TO USE the above strategy?
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How often do you CURRENTLY use this strategy? I consult online resources to identify medication triggers of AHP?
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Now that you have heard this presentation, how often do you PLAN TO USE the above strategy?
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Indicate at least one more change you will implement as a result of attending this presentation
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