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Study Course Description

Adult Section in Otorhinolaryngology I

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
ROL_008
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine
ECTS
57.00
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

Title
% 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

Simanovskis-Vensan pharynx ulcerative superficial mucosal changes
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Fauces changes in case of hematologic diseases. Etiology, patogenesis, diagnosis, differential diagnosis
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Retropharyngeal phlegmon and abscess. Abscess incisions
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Chronic tonsillitis diagnosis. Chronic tonsillitis: statistics, etiology, prognosis, symptoms
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Tonsillitis complications and its pathogenesis. Tonsillectomy indications and contraindications
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Adenotomy indications and contrindications
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Nose sinuses trauma: diagnosis and therapy. Early and delayed complications
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Nose bleeding: causes and pathogenesis. Severe nose bleeding causes and therapy
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Acute rhinitis. Nose sinuses inflammatory diseases: aetiology, pathogenesis, symptoms
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Acute rhinitis. Nose sinuses inflammatory diseases: aetiology, pathogenesis, symptoms
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Acute rhinitis. Nose sinuses inflammatory diseases: aetiology, pathogenesis, symptoms
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Paediatric psychology in hospital
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Airway tract and digestive tract superior part chemical burns. Pharynx and larynx burns, its therapy
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Ventilation tubes. Cochlear implants
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Ventilation tubes. Cochlear implants
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Congenital development`s anomalies correction. Auricular surgery
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Paediatric voice. Hormonal voice disorders. Pseudo-voice. Voice changes with aging
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Deaf children and children with hearing loss learning principles. Hearing prosthesis
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Prognosis of chronic purulent inflammation of middle ear and methods of conservative treatment
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Techniques and order of the steps how to stop epistaxis
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Diagnosis and treatment of acute otitis media. Evaluation of ability to work
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Diseases of salivary glands
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Dacryocystitis
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Damages of facial nerve. Vestibular neurectomy
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Damages of facial nerve. Vestibular neurectomy
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Overview of endonasal surgery. Indications for endonasal surgery
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Tuberculosis and sarcoidosis of nose, pharynx and larynx
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Classification, symptoms and diagnostic steps of chronic inflammation of middle ear
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Classification, symptoms and diagnostic steps of chronic inflammation of middle ear
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Otic barotrauma and contusion with air. Aero-otitis
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Endocranial complications of diseases of the nose and paranasal sinuses
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Cerebral and cerebellar otogenic abscess
  1. Seminar

Modality
Location
On site
Specialized room

Topics

Flegmonous laryngitis and chondro-perichondritis of the larynx
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
57.00
Number of Residency Seminars:
33
Length (weeks):
42
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

Additional Reading

1.

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

2.

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

3.

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

4.

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

5.

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

6.

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