Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Ultrasonography of Peripheral Nerves I
Course Code
RNZ_015
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine
ECTS
15.00
Target Audience
Medicine
LQF
Level 8
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Guntis Karelis
Residency Speciality
Speciality
Neurophysiologist
Supervisor of Medical Speciality
Guntis Karelis
Contacts
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About Study Course
Objective
To ensure acquisition and improvement of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in understanding and evaluation of the ultrasonographic examination.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Demonstrates profound knowledge of ultrasonography mechanisms, acquisition and interpretation of ultrasonographic findings, which correspond to the requirements of the sub-speciality. Defines ultrasonographic and clinical meaning and manifestations of different diseases caused by functional disorders and comorbid conditions.
Skills
1.Applies the diagnostic skills of peripheral nerve ultrasonography for the assessment of diseases and functional disorders, performs them independently and/or under the supervision of a certified specialist. The skills to be acquired can be realized both in study course I and II, reaching the total number (the number indicated applies to both years combined).
Competences
1.Formulates and critically analyses ultrasonographic examinations of peripheral nerves and obtained results, evaluates studies in the field of fundamental and applied science, conducts necessary additional analysis if a decision needs to be substantiated, demonstrates understanding and ethical responsibility for the performed peripheral nerve ultrasonography results.
Assessment
Individual work
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Neurophysiologist formulates and analyses aspects of clinical neurophysiology and problems in the field, is able to resolve professional issues in neurophysiology using the acquired knowledge and skills; performs the necessary additional analysis, if necessary to justify a decision, is able to use the latest research and developments in the field in practical work, understanding and respecting professional ethics.
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Examination
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Theoretical and practical knowledge is tested by a written test answering theoretical questions. The test is passed if the medical practitioner to be certified answers at least 75% of the questions correctly. Defended research paper. The number of practical manipulations performed in full during the course.
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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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On site
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Specialized room
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Topics
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Fundamentals of physics and equipment of ultrasound.
Structure and fundamentals of use of ultrasound equipment. Probes: ultrasound generation principles, types.
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Seminar
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On site
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Specialized room
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Medical ultrasound, ultrasound penetration in tissues, image quality. Interaction of ultrasound with tissues and biological aspects of exposure.
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Seminar
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Specialized room
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Recognition of most common artefacts, evaluation of technical quality and credibility of images. Image registration systems.
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Specialized room
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Ultrasonographic techniques. Patient information and preparation. Indications for examination.
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Specialized room
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Ultrasonography and other types of imaging examinations. Insonation techniques.
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Seminar
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On site
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Specialized room
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Topics
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Administration of an ultrasonographic examination. Recording and saving of images.
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Specialized room
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Interpretation of images. Formation of opinions.
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On site
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Specialized room
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Theoretical and practical test - ultrasonography technique.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
15.00
Number of Residency Seminars:
8
Length (weeks):
11
Final Examination:
Residency exam (Theory and practice)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Baert, A. L., Knauth, M., Sartor, K. Hight-Resolution Sonography of the Peripheral Nervous System. Springer, 2008.
2.
Walker, Francis O., Cartwright, Michael S. Neuromuscular Ultrasound. Elsevier, 2011.
Additional Reading
1.
www.usra.ca
2.
www.asra.com
Other Information Sources
1.
www.uptodate.com