Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Spinal Vascular Pathology
Course Code
RIR_008
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine
ECTS
5.00
Target Audience
Medicine
LQF
Level 8
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Kārlis Kupčs
Residency Speciality
Speciality
Interventional radiologist
Supervisor of Medical Speciality
Kārlis Kupčs
Contacts
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About Study Course
Objective
Acquisition of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in spinal vascular pathology and application of interventional radiology methods in subspecialty of interventional radiology.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.On completion of this study course, residents will know the etiology and pathogenesis of spinal vascular pathology, clinical manifestations, radiological diagnosis of spinal vascular pathology (CT, MR, DSA, MRA, CTA). Residents are familiar with the indications and contraindications for endovascular treatment of spinal arteriovenous fistulas and malformations. Technologies used in endovascular treatment of spinal vascular pathology (platinum coils, liquid embolization systems, bioadhesives). Transarterial and transvenous approaches to their treatment. Indications for drug therapy and the most important drugs used. Residents are familiar with the materials and devices required for the treatment of spinal vascular pathology (eg, guiding catheters, microcatheters, microstats, etc.), as well as the possible complications of invasive treatment (dissection, perforation, ischemia) and their treatment.
Skills
1.Perform spinal vascular pathologies – arteriovenous malformation and arteriovenous fistula endovascular treatment.
Competences
1.At the end of the course, the resident will be able to apply the acquired theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the diagnosis and treatment of intracranial arteriovenous fistulas, will be aware of possible complications, will be able to diagnose and treat them early.
Assessment
Individual work
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Preparation of presentations on spinal vascular pathology and interventional treatment, using the recommended literature sources, with their evaluation and analysis in workshops. With the aim of mastering and understanding the problem in depth.
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Examination
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Assessment of residents' knowledge includes testing of current knowledge – seminars and practical training (30%), patient analysis (20%), multi-choice tests and clinical situation analysis (50%). Examination of the acquired knowledge with differentiated assessment in a 10-point system.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Seminar
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Modality
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On site
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Topics
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Radiological evaluation of spinal vascular pathology
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Seminar
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On site
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Topics
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Spinal dural fistulas
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Seminar
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Topics
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Intramedullary AVM's
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
5.00
Number of Residency Seminars:
3
Length (weeks):
4
Final Examination:
Residency exam (Theory and practice)
Bibliography
Required Reading
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Interventional Neuroradiology: Strategies and Practical Techniques, by J. J. Connors III MD (Author), Joan C. Wojak MD (Author), Saunders, 1999.
Additional Reading
1.
Interventional Neuroradiology: Strategies and Practical Techniques by J. J. Connors III MD, Joan C. Wojak MD