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Study Course Description

Oncology in Otorhinolaryngology

Main Study Course Information

Course Code

ROL_010

Branch of Science

Clinical medicine

ECTS

26.00

Target Audience

Medicine

LQF

Level 8

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor

Jānis Sokolovs

Residency Speciality

Speciality

Otolaryngologist

Supervisor of Medical Speciality

Jānis Sokolovs

Contacts

About Study Course

Objective

To ensure the acquisition and improvement of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in oncology otorhinolaryngology in accordance with the requirements of the regulations of the otorhinolaryngology specialty, in order to prepare the doctor for certification in the otorhinolaryngology specialty, in accordance with the regulatory documents of the Republic of Latvia.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.The resident must demonstrate knowledge in the anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathological physiology of the relevant area and understanding in the theoretical knowledge of ENT diseases, as well as in the interpretation of examinations in the specialty.

Skills

1.The resident should know the relevant anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathological physiology of the area, should be able to interpret examinations in the specialty, should be familiar with all diagnostic and therapeutic (surgical and non-surgical) manipulations related to the specialty.

Competences

1.Each resident must be oriented in all diagnostic and therapeutic (surgical and non-surgical) manipulations related to the specialty. Based on residents' knowledge, experience, skills - diagnostic procedures, non-surgical manipulations, surgical treatment, this is all that every practicing doctor in the European Union must know, gradually increasing clinical responsibility and expanding surgical skills to ensure medical care, according to the standards of an otorhinolaryngologist.

Assessment

Individual work

Title	% from total grade	Grade
1. Individual work	-	-
The resident conducts research on the topic and creates a presentation on a clinical case within the framework of the study course seminar topics.

Examination

Title	% from total grade	Grade
1. Examination	-	-
Presentation of the clinical case, including answers to the questions. Knowledge is evaluated in a 10-point system. Assessment of practical skills in a 10-point system.

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME

Part 1

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Diseases of the cartilaginous part of nasal septum. Surgery of the nasal concha. Rhinoplasty

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Stapedectomy/stapedomy. Saccutomy

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Fronto-ethmoidotomy. Trepanation of frontal sinuses

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Endotracheal intubation

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Temporary and permanent work incapacity due to laryngeal disorders: expertise and professional evaluation. Vocal fold paresis and paralysis

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

ENT congenital fistulas and cysts. Eosinophilic granuloma

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Juvenile fibroma of nasopharynx. Juvenile angiofibroma

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Malignant tumours of the nose and paranasal sinuses. Localization. Early symptoms, stages. Diagnostic methods, treatment principles, prognosis

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Malignant tumours of the pharynx. Resection of the tongue. Microlaryngoscopic biopsy

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Diagnostic and therapeutic methods of the laryngeal cancer. Laryngeal papillomatosis in adults

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Tracheostomy indications. Tracheostomy technic in adults and children. Management of the tracheostoma

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Cystic dilatations of the paranasal sinuses

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Monoclonal antibodies for the treatment of the squamous carcinoma of the neck

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Papillomatosis of the upper respiratory tract

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Nasopharyngeal tumours. Glomus tumours

Seminar

Modality	Location
On site	Specialized room

Topics

Acoustic neuroma – surgical treatment. Early endoscopic surgery of the laryngeal carcinoma

Total ECTS (Creditpoints):

26.00

Number of Residency Seminars:

Length (weeks):

Final Examination:

Residency exam (Theory and practice)

Bibliography

Required Reading

Basic Otorhinolaryngology A Step-by-Step Learning Guide. R.Probst, G.Grevers, H.Iro Themie 2006, p. 430

Ballenger’s Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery. 17th Edition. Authors: Snow, James B. Wackym, P. Ashley. PMPH USA, Ltd, 2009

T.Metin Onerci. Diagnosis in Otorhinolaryngology An Illustrated Guide. Springer 2009, p. 178

ABC of Ear, Nose and Throat. 6th Edition. Harold S. Ludman, Patrick Bradley, and Patrick J. Bradley 2012

Head and Neck Cancer: Treatment, Rehabilitation, and Outcomes. Dr Elizabeth C. Ward and Corina J. van As-Brooks, 2014

Rosen's Emergency Medicine: Concepts and Clinical Practice. 9th Edition; 2018 (Chapter 62 Otorhinolaryngology)

Cummings Otolaryngology. 6th Edition. Flint MD, Paul W., Haughey MD FACS, Bruce H., et.al. Thomas 2016

Human Anatomy, Color Atlas and Textbook. 6th Edition, 2017 (Chapter 7: Head and Neck)

Bailey's Head and Neck Surgery—Otolaryngology. 5th Edition. Jonas T. Johnson

Additional Reading

Otorhinolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery. European Manual of Medicine. M.Anniko, M,Bernal Sprekelsen, et.al. Springer 2010, p.737

Pediatric Audiology. Diagnosis, Technology and Management. J.R.Madell, C.Flexer, Themie 2009, p. 329

Survey of Audiology Fundamentals for Audiologists and Health Professionals. David A DeBonis, Konstance L.Dondrue 2nd Edition. P. 538

Otolaryngology Research Advances: Obstruction Sleep Apnea: Ccauses, Treatment and Health Implication. Author: Sacchetti, Lisandro M. Mangiardi. Priscilla Publisher: Nova Sciense Publishers, Inc 2012

Imaging for Otolaryngologists. Author: Dunnebier, Erwin. Publisher: TIS, 2011

Functional and Selective Neck Dissection. Authors: Gavilon, Javier Herianz, Jesus De Santa, Lawuna W. Publisher: Themie Medical Publishers, Inc 2002