Students will develop specific know-how of diagnosis and management of surgical diseases of the upper GI tract. In particular the course will focus on esophago-gastric diseases and on bariatric and methabolic surgery.
Course Prerequisites
Knowledge of basic anatomy of the regions of interest, of related physiology of organs and apparatuses. Undertanding of principle of diseases development and progress, as well as of the mechanisms of healing.
Teaching Methods
Interactive classroom sessions, extensive practical work, group discussions, and assignments are critical elements of the learning structure. Most of the seminars introduced to the students are based on SIMULATED CLINICAL SCENARIOS that form the core of training our students’ knowledge through clinical judgement and practical decision-making process.
Assessment Methods
Oral exam.
Texts
Gerard M. Doherty SURGERY Current Diagnosis and Treatment 13th Edition LANGE
Contents
1. ESHOPAGUS Achalasia • Diverticula • GE reflux disease • Hiatal hernia • Tumors of the esophagus • Esophageal perforation • Diaphragmatic hernias 2. STOMACH • Peptic Ulcer and upper GI bleeding • GOR and its surgical management • Gatric cancer • Cancer of the Cardia 3. MORBID OBESITY • Generality Indication to surgery • Surgical treatment
