CTD-ILD E-Learning

A comprehensive overview of ARD-ILDs

*ARD-ILD: This term can be substituted with CTD-ILD

A comprehensive overview of ARD-ILDs with a focus on early detection and optimal management to offer your patients the best care
 

We are excited to share our e-learning series on autoimmune rheumatic disease associated with interstitial lung disease (ARD-ILD), specifically developed for pulmonologists and rheumatologists. This comprehensive series aims to increase your awareness of ARD-ILDs and provide you with the knowledge to enhance patient outcomes. The series covers the following topics:

  • Understanding clinical approaches to screen, diagnose, and monitor ARD-ILDs

  • Background, epidemiology, pathogenesis, and risk factors of ARD-ILDs

  • Insights into screening methods and key diagnostic indicators for ARD in ILD

  • Management recommendations for ARD-ILDs and guidelines on when to start antifibrotic treatment

During the e-learning modules, you will benefit from insightful conversations between pulmonologist Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Bendstrup (Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark) and rheumatologist Prof. Dr. Vanessa Smith (University of Ghent, Belgium). Each module is designed for your convenience and can be completed in just 15-25 minutes!

Access each module by clicking the link below.

Module 1: Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Risk Factors

Module 1: Epidemiology Pathogenesis Risk Factors

After completing module 1 of this series you will…

  • Know what ARD-ILDs encompass

  • Have an idea of the epidemiology of ILD in ARD

  • Have a basic understanding of the pathogenesis of ARD-ILD

  • Know important risk factors for ILD in ARD

Module 2: Clinical presentation, Role of Screening

Module 2: Clinical presentation, Role of Screening

After completing module 2 of this e-learning you will…

  • Have insights into screening methods for ILD in ARDs

  • Know what to look out for to diagnose ARD in ILDs

  • Be aware of signs and symptoms that raise suspicion for ILD

Module 3: Diagnostic Tests, ILD Monitoring, Recognizing Early Signs of Progression

Module 3: Diagnostic tests ILD monitoring Recognizing early signs of progression

After completing Module 3, you will:

  • Be familiar with relevant tests to diagnose ILD

  • Know how to monitor for progression

  • Be able to recognize progressive fibrosis in ARD-ILD

Module 4: Treatment of ARD-ILD

Module 4

After completing Module 4, you will:

  • Be familiar with recommendations to manage ARD-ILDs

  • Have more insights into when to start antifibrotic treatment with nintedanib

  • Have a final summary of the 4 modules, as well as a final quiz to test your knowledge