Trisomy 18: Beyond “Incompatible with life” A NICU and Palliative Care Collaboration

Dates and Times

Start: 6/24/2026 8:00 AM
End: 6/24/2026 9:00 AM

Objectives

1. Describe genetic basis and common phenotypic features of Trisomy 18​
2. Review contemporary survival data​
3. Discuss medical complications and longitudinal care needs in patients with Trisomy 18​
4. Review evolving approaches in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit ranging from intensive interventions, including cardiac surgery and prolonged respiratory support to supportive management​
5. Discuss how to utilize family-centered communication strategies when doing Initial counseling and discussing prognosis and treatment options​
6. Differentiate palliative care from end-of-life care and describe the role of concurrent palliative involvement​

Speakers

Accreditation

The School of Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The School of Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ^™. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.