HUTCHINSON-GILFORD PROGERIA SYNDROME

Course overview

Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS), also simply called progeria, is an extremely rare, deadly genetic disorder characterized by premature aging. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of HGPS, its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.