Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Bronchology in Children and Adults
Course Code
RBP_015
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Paediatrics
ECTS
11.00
Target Audience
Medicine
LQF
Level 8
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Elīna Aleksejeva
Residency Speciality
Speciality
Pediatric pneumologist
Supervisor of Medical Speciality
Elīna Aleksejeva
Contacts
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About Study Course
Objective
Extend knowledge of bronchology, learn the types of bronchoscopy, indications and contraindications for the examination.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Know the techniques, indications and contraindications for bronchoscopic examination in children.
Skills
1.Assess the normal anatomy of airways and airway abnormalities during endoscopy, be able to interpret the findings.
Competences
1.Use the acquired knowledge and skills to perform the functions of a highly qualified specialist and to advise patients with acquired and congenital lung and respiratory diseases at any age of the child.
Assessment
Individual work
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During each study course, reports are prepared, clinical cases are reviewed, and the latest literature is reviewed.
In addition to seminars, residents conduct research and pedagogical work, as well as attend lectures organised by the Centre for Continuing Education on interdisciplinary problems and theoretical guidelines in medicine and other sciences.
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Examination
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MCT with 30 questions, evaluation in 10 points system.
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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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Bronchoscopic examination technique, normal anatomy of children's airways, diagnosis of congenital airways diseases.
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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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Indications and contraindications for bronchoscopy in children.
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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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Use of flexible and rigid endoscopy in children.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
11.00
Number of Residency Seminars:
3
Length (weeks):
8
Final Examination:
Residency exam (Theory and practice)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Kendig and Chernick's Disorders of the Respiratory Tract in Children. 9th Edition
2.
Rex C. Yung and Paul W. Flint. Tracheobronchial Endoscopy. Cummings Otolaryngology, 72, 1035-1050.e1
Additional Reading
1.
T. Nicolai. The role of rigid and flexible bronchoscopy in children. Paediatric Respiratory Reviews 12 (2011) 190–195
Other Information Sources
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Albert Faro, Robert E. Wood. Official American Thoracic Society Technical Standards: Flexible Airway Endoscopy in Children.