A summary of the available evidence around Hormone Therapy (HT) in Menopause; Implications for clinicians

This review article from the Endocrine Society summarizes the latest evidence around concepts, controversies and the approach to treatment relating to HT for women who live with menopause.

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
The aim of this article is to provide clinicians with an improved understanding of the importance of the timing of HT initiation, type and route of administration, and of patient-specific considerations that should be weighed when prescribing HT.

Editor's comments:
Although this may appear to be a lengthy document, the references alone comprise eleven pages. This review is an essential resource for clinicians who treat women who live with menopause as it contains valuable guidance and includes all the latest evidence in the sphere of HT.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

1. The indications for treatment with HT in women who live with menopause

2. The relevant literature that informs the guidelines and where to find it
3. The assessment of women who live with menopause in order to provide up-to-date information on the available treatment during the shared decision-making process.

Instructions for this Module

• Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
• You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
• The pass grade is 70%;
• You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
• Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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