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Study Course Description

Paediatric Rheumatology

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
RRE_017
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Paediatrics
ECTS
4.50
Target Audience
Medicine
LQF
Level 8

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor

Residency Speciality

Speciality
Supervisor of Medical Speciality
Contacts

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About Study Course

Objective

To train rheumatology residents to understand the specific features of musculoskeletal and connective tissue diseases in children, including their diagnostic and therapeutic principles. To strengthen knowledge and practical skills in the diagnosis, investigation, and management of rheumatic, joint, and autoimmune diseases in pediatric rheumatology practice. To develop the ability to independently assess clinical situations, establish differential diagnoses, and select appropriate treatment strategies in collaboration with pediatricians and other specialists.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.The resident demonstrates advanced and comprehensive knowledge of the etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal and autoimmune connective tissue diseases, providing the foundation for creative clinical thinking, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The resident: understands the specific use of diagnostic methods in the diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and disease monitoring of pediatric rheumatic conditions; possesses knowledge of the etiology, epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of pediatric musculoskeletal and connective tissue diseases; is familiar with diagnostic and therapeutic medical technologies applied in pediatric rheumatology and their specific use in children.

Skills

1.The resident: The resident: understands the nature of pediatric rheumatologic problems, diagnostic algorithms, and provides specialized professional care; implements diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive measures considering the child’s age, development, and disease progression; can effectively explain and discuss complex or systemic aspects of rheumatology with specialists, patients, and parents; accurately completes medical documentation and maintains inpatient and outpatient records; systematically examines the musculoskeletal system and joints, evaluates findings, and classifies pathological changes in children; independently orders appropriate imaging, instrumental, and laboratory investigations, interprets results, and performs differential diagnosis of major rheumatic, joint, and autoimmune diseases in children; continuously improves professional competence and adapts to complex and unpredictable clinical settings.

Competences

1.The resident practices within their professional authority at the highest level of knowledge, skills, and attitude, performing diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention of pediatric musculoskeletal and autoimmune connective tissue diseases. The resident plans and organizes professional activities, develops competencies, and collaborates effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Makes evidence-based, scientifically justified, and verifiable decisions regarding child health and accurately documents them in medical records. Is proficient in the following medical techniques and procedures: joint examination in children (palpation, pain assessment, evaluation of joint mobility and function); use of diagnostic and therapeutic medical technology databases; evaluation and interpretation of pediatric rheumatology diagnostic findings and their clinical application.

Assessment

Individual work

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% from total grade
Grade
1.

Individual work

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The resident independently gets acquainted with the latest literature data, research results, and constantly prepares presentations for theoretical seminars. Independently learns to perform clinical practical examinations and manipulations.

Examination

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% from total grade
Grade
1.

Examination

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Theoretical and practical knowledge in rotation discipline shall be assessed in a 10-point system by the head of the relevant rotation discipline, making an entry in the resident's ebook.

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Part 1
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Paediatric rheumatic diseases
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
4.50
Number of Residency Seminars:
1
Length (weeks):
4
Final Examination:
Residency exam (Theory and practice)

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Marc, C. Hochberg. Rheumatology. Current edition

2.

Kelley’s Textbook of Rheumatology. Current edition

3.

Oxford Textbook of Rheumatology. Current edition