Case-Based Discussion: Role of Genetic Testing in Advanced M1 CRPC & M1 CRPC Post-Docetaxel, Neuroendocrine Cancer and End-of-Life Care Podcast (2021)

As a direct result of the significant increase in multiple FDA-approved therapeutic agents for use in patients with advanced prostate cancer, clinicians are challenged with a multitude of treatment options and potential sequencing of these agents that, consequently, make clinical decision-making more complex. This activity will build upon the newly updated 2020 AUA Guidelines on Metastatic Hormone Sensitive Prostate Cancer (HSPC) and Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer (CRPC). Topics will include the latest on Genetic Testing in Advanced Prostate Cancer and the Role of Immunotherapy and PARP Inhibitors. 

To extend the educational reach, the AUA will capture the live case study discussions and develop three podcasts with a faculty interview segment. This activity will focus on the following topics: 

Role of Genetic Testing in Advanced M1 CRPC & M1 CRPC Post-Docetaxel, Neuroendocrine Cancer and End-of-Life Care

Presented by Leonard Gomella, MD & Joshua Lang, MD

Acknowledgements

Support provided by independent educational grants from:

  • Amgen
  • Astellas
  • AstraZeneca
  • Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  • Exact Sciences Corporation
  • Merck
  • Pfizer, Inc.
  • Sanofi Genzyme

Target Audience

  • Urologist
  • Resident
  • Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants)
  • Nurse

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:  

PRACTICE GAP #1 (DISEASE STATE)

  1. Describe the natural course of advanced prostate cancer from non-metastatic (M0) to metastatic hormone-sensitive disease (mHSPC), with progression to the development of castration-resistant disease (CRPC).
  2. Describe the treatment options and outcomes for patients with biochemical recurrence after failed local therapy.
  3. Identify available imaging and indications for use including next generation PET imaging in the assessment of men with biochemical recurrence after failed local therapy.
  4. Describe the treatment options and outcomes for newly diagnosed mHSPC.
  5. Explain the implications of CRPC on the management of both M0 and M1.
  6. Discuss the molecular mechanisms and characterization of CRPC.
  7. Discuss the incorporation of genetic testing (both germline and somatic testing) into the management of men with high risk, metastatic prostate cancer and CRPC.

PRACTICE GAP #2 (GUIDELINES)

  1. Discuss specific recommendations within the AUA Clinical Practice Guidelines.
  2. Define M0 CRPC and the treatment options.
  3. Discuss clinically meaningful endpoints in clinical trials of patients with M0 CRPC.
  4. Describe gaps in the knowledge for treatment and sequencing of agents in the management of CRPC.
  5. Discuss challenges in incorporating AUA Guidelines and management of advanced mHSPC and CRPC into community practice.

PRACTICE GAP #3 (ANDROGEN AXIS)

  1. Identify approved androgen biosynthesis and receptor blockers for treatment of CRPC.
  2. Appraise the clinical use and efficacy of approved androgen-axis therapeutics for CRPC.
  3. Anticipate, manage and treat adverse events from therapeutic interventions directed at the androgen-axis used in the treatment of CRPC.
  4. Discuss new uses for androgen axis agents in M0 CRPC.

PRACTICE GAP #4 (CHEMOTHERAPY, IMMUNOTHERAPY, PARP INHIBITORS AND CO-MORBIDITY)

  1. Identify approved chemotherapeutics, immunotherapy and PARP Inhibitors for mCRPC.
  2. Describe indications and contraindications for chemotherapy, immunotherapy and PARP Inhibitors in patients with mCRPC.
  3. Identify co-morbid states and recognize their impact on treatment options for mCRPC.
  4. Identify germline and somatic mutations and implications for treatment in mCRPC including indications for PAPR Inhibitors and pembrolizumab.
  5. Discuss treatment sequencing in the advanced, metastatic and CRPC disease state.

PRACTICE GAP #5 (BONE HEALTH AND RADIONUCLIDE THERAPY)

  1. Integrate advances in bone health management into patient-specific care plans.
  2. Identify patients and prescribe radionuclide therapy in appropriate patients with symptomatic mCRPC.
  3. Discuss known adverse events associated with androgen biosynthesis inhibitors and radionuclide therapy.

PRACTICE GAP #6 (PAIN MANAGEMENT AND PALLIATIVE CARE)

  1. Assess and manage pain in patients with symptomatic mHSPC and mCRPC.
  2. Discuss the role of chemotherapy, performance status and pain management in patients with mCRPC.
  3. Review the role of palliative care and supportive services in the management of late stage CRPC.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 Non-Physician Participation
Course opens: 
11/05/2021
Course expires: 
11/05/2022
Rating: 
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Education Council Disclosures

PDF iconEducation Council Disclosures_ June 2021.pdf

COI Review Work Group Disclosures

PDF iconCOI Review Work Group Disclosures 2021.pdf

Faculty Disclosures

NameCompany NameRelationship TypeFinancialEnd Date
Cookson, Michael S.TesoRx Pharma LLCConsultant or AdvisorYes09/15/2021
Cookson, Michael S.Astellas Pharma, Inc.Consultant or AdvisorYes12/01/2020
Cookson, Michael S.Bayer Healthcare PharmaceuticalsConsultant or AdvisorYes12/01/2021
Cookson, Michael S.Myovant SciencesConsultant or AdvisorYes11/30/2020
Cookson, Michael S.MerckConsultant or AdvisorYesCurrent
Gomella, Leonard G.Wolters KluwerHealth PublishingYesCurrent
Gomella, Leonard G.McGraw HillHealth PublishingYesCurrent
Gomella, Leonard G.Merck ManualHealth PublishingYesCurrent
Gomella, Leonard G.Canadian Journal of UrologyHealth PublishingYesCurrent
Gomella, Leonard G.MDx HealthConsultant or AdvisorYesCurrent
Gomella, Leonard G.Merck PharmaceuticalsConsultant or AdvisorYesCurrent
Gomella, Leonard G.Astra ZenecaConsultant or AdvisorYesCurrent
Jarrard, David F.Nothing to disclose   
Lang, JoshuaSalus Discovery, LLCInvestment InterestYes07/01/2021
Lang, Joshua4D PharmaConsultant or AdvisorYesCurrent

AUA Office of Education Staff has nothing to disclose.

All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

METHOD OF PARTICIPATION: 

Learners will participate in this online educational activity by taking the pretest, listening to the podcast and completing the posttest and evaluation. To claim CME credit for this enduring material, learners must complete the posttest, passing with 80% accuracy and submit the program evaluation.

Estimated time to complete this activity: 1.00 hours

Release Date: November, 2021
Expiration Date: November, 2022

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The American Urological Association (AUA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

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The American Urological Association designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

OTHER LEARNERS: 

The AUA is not accredited to offer credit to participants who are not MDs or DOs. However, the AUA will issue documentation of participation that states that the activity was certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

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  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 Non-Physician Participation
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