Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Vascular Surgery II
Course Code
RAKI_027
Branch of Science
Anatomy; Clinical medicine
ECTS
26.00
Target Audience
Medicine
LQF
Level 8
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Sanita Pumpure
Residency Speciality
Speciality
Vascular surgeon
Supervisor of Medical Speciality
Svetlana Thora
Contacts
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About Study Course
Objective
To provide theoretical knowledge and the acquisition and improvement of practical skills in invasive and non-invasive radiology, in accordance with the requirements of the regulations of the specialty of vascular surgery, in order to prepare the doctor for certification in the specialty of vascular surgeon.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.- acquire skills and diagnose arterial and venous diseases at the level of occlusion, choose the most informative examination methods, a more effective revascularization method or other treatment methods, - choose an examination protocol for urgent vascular pathologies, perform arterial reconstruction in case of thromboembolism, - detection and modification of atherosclerosis risk factors.
Skills
1.- detect and prescribe treatment in cases of stenosis/occlusion of the carotid and other brachiocephalic arteries, - implement the prevention, diagnosis and modern treatment of deep vein thrombosis, - provide specialized assistance for acute thromboembolism, including mesenteric localization, vascular injuries, including iatrogenic, according to developed protocols; diagnose and provide help for "compartment" syndrome.
Competences
1.- develop a long-term program for effective diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of more common diseases of arteries, veins, lymph vessels, - energetically apply modern treatment technologies to diseases with a high risk of disability and death.
Assessment
Individual work
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In-depth research of seminar topics and preparation of presentations for each seminar.
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Examination
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Examination |
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Examination of theoretical knowledge and practical skills at the end of the study course 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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Location
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On site
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Auditorium
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Topics
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Vascular disease risk factors, screening, risk factor modification. Conservative treatment.
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Seminar
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Topics
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Structure of vascular pathology in angiosurgery departments in Latvia and EU countries. Place of endovasal procedure in angiology.
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Seminar
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Topics
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Achievements, shortcomings, perspectives. In the history of Latvian angiosurgery. Types of reconstruction of arteries and veins: direct, extraanatomical. Vascular suture material, sutures: technique, types, advantages. Anastomoses: technique, types.
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Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Topics
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Vascular substitute materials. Transplants: biological, autovenous, autoarterial, allografts, xenografts, synthetic, combined.
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Seminar
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Location
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Vascular stents, stent prostheses, arterial embolization materials and substances. Preparation for the procedure and follow-up. Complications.
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Seminar
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Indications and contraindications for operations. Preparing the patient for surgery.
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Seminar
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Topics
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Complications during surgery and in the early postoperative period: bleeding, thrombosis, ischemia, manifestations of infection in vascular surgery.
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Seminar
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Topics
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Cardiac, pulmonary, renal insufficiency as postoperative complications.
Central and peripheral nervous system complications.
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Seminar
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Topics
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Emergency vascular surgery. Traumatic lesions of blood vessels, iatrogenic vascular injury, preparation for surgery. Stent – prosthesis implantation.
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Seminar
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Topics
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Vascular access to trauma. Anesthesia. Use of anticoagulants.
Associated vascular injuries.
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Seminar
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Topics
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Prevention of post-ischemic syndrome in vascular injuries and embolisms.
Fasciotomy. Ultrafiltration.
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Seminar
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Modality
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Topics
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Treatment of the patient after revascularization with adequate and subcompensated circulation.
Subintimal angioplasty. Application of endovasal aspiration.
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Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Topics
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Embolism, acute thrombosis.
Diagnostics, principles of treatment. Limb amputation due to acute circulatory disorders. Prevention of embolism.
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Seminar
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Topics
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Aortic dissection, aneurysm rupture. Diagnosis, treatment, prognosis.
Endovasal surgical and hybrid revascularization.
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Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Topics
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Unusual aneurysms, complications, treatment. Entrapment syndromes.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
26.00
Number of Residency Seminars:
15
Length (weeks):
20
Final Examination:
Residency exam (Theory and practice)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Vascular Surgery. A Clinical Guide to Decision-making. 1st Edition - October 14, 2021