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Study Course Description

Adult Section in Otorhinolaryngology II

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
ROL_009
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine
ECTS
28.00
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 ensure the acquisition and improvement of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in adult 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

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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

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% from total grade
Grade
1.

Examination

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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
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Ménière's disease and Ménière's syndrome
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Chronic stenosis of larynx
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Chemical burns of the oesophagus – clinical presentation, first aid and treatment
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Surgical operations for hearing improvement: tympanoplasty and operations of stapes. Types of tympanoplasty
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Otosclerosis – symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Chronic sinusitis – topic and differential diagnosis, treatment, indications for surgical treatment
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Upper airway scleroma – course of the disease, diagnosis, treatment options
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

External ear inflammations. Eczema, furuncles, ear wax plugs, external bodies
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Chronic catarrhal and hypertrophic laryngitis
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Occupational diseases of the ear. Pathogenesis, symptoms
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Occupational diseases of the nose
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Traumatic injuries of the external nose and nasal septum
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Diseases of the external nose: frost bite, erysipelas, sycosis, eczema, furuncle
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Chronic purulent inflammation of the middle ear – aetiology, pathogenesis: morphologic changes in the middle ear
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Myringoplasty. Otoplasty
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Flegmona of the neck. Lymphadenitis of the neck. Lateral neck cysts
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Manifestations of GERD in ENT organs
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
28.00
Number of Residency Seminars:
17
Length (weeks):
21
Final Examination:
Residency exam (Theory and practice)

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

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

2.

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

3.

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

4.

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

5.

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

6.

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

7.

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

8.

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

9.

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

10.

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

Additional Reading

1.

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

2.

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

3.

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

4.

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

5.

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