Respiratory Medicine and Lung Diseases
A.Y. 2023/2024
Learning objectives
- To acquire the general knowledge of respiratory system diseases
- To acquire the methods for carrying out tests for the evaluation of cardiorespiratory function
- To acquire the knowledge of surgical techniques in the treatment of pneumothoracic pathologies and the extracorporeal circulation techniques applied to them
- To acquire the knowledge of organ preservation for the purpose of transplantation
- To acquire the methods for carrying out tests for the evaluation of cardiorespiratory function
- To acquire the knowledge of surgical techniques in the treatment of pneumothoracic pathologies and the extracorporeal circulation techniques applied to them
- To acquire the knowledge of organ preservation for the purpose of transplantation
Expected learning outcomes
- Good knowledge of respiratory diseases, specialized surgery techniques and knowledge of extracorporeal circulation techniques in this field
- Knowledge and practice of performing tests for the evaluation of cardiorespiratory function
- Knowledge of methods used for lung preservation
- Knowledge and practice of performing tests for the evaluation of cardiorespiratory function
- Knowledge of methods used for lung preservation
Lesson period: Second semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course can be attended as a single course.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Prerequisites for admission
No prior knowledge is required
Assessment methods and Criteria
The exam will be written. It will mainly consist of multiple choice questions with the addition of some open questions, in addition it will be possible, at the discretion of the teacher, to carry out an additional oral test.
Pulmonology and diagnostics
Course syllabus
Elements of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of the respiratory system. The diagnosis of respiratory diseases
The diagnosis and treatment of bronchial asthma
The diagnosis and treatment of COPD
Secondary pulmonary hypertension in COPD and TEP
Pathophysiological framework of acute and chronic respiratory failure
UTIR and UCIC ventilation modes
Non-invasive ventilation
Pneumonia
Lung cancer
Tuberculosis
Diffuse Infiltrative Pulmonary Diseases (IPF and Sarcoidosis)
The diagnosis and treatment of bronchial asthma
The diagnosis and treatment of COPD
Secondary pulmonary hypertension in COPD and TEP
Pathophysiological framework of acute and chronic respiratory failure
UTIR and UCIC ventilation modes
Non-invasive ventilation
Pneumonia
Lung cancer
Tuberculosis
Diffuse Infiltrative Pulmonary Diseases (IPF and Sarcoidosis)
Teaching methods
The courses will include lectures with the possible addition of laboratory exercises
Teaching Resources
L Allegra, F Blasi, GW Canonica, S Centanni, G Girbino. MALATTIE RESPIRATORIE: L'ESSENZIALE. Ed. ELSEVIER MASSON.
Thoracic surgery
Course syllabus
Chest anatomy
Pulmonary and cardiovascular pathophysiology
Mediastinal pathology
Respiratory failure - pathologies of the pleura
Thoracic oncology
Thoracic urgencies
Asthma and COPD - Pneumonia - Interstitial pathology
Pulmonary and cardiovascular pathophysiology
Mediastinal pathology
Respiratory failure - pathologies of the pleura
Thoracic oncology
Thoracic urgencies
Asthma and COPD - Pneumonia - Interstitial pathology
Teaching methods
The courses will include lectures with the possible addition of laboratory exercises
Teaching Resources
Corrado Lavini - Uliano Morandi "Manuale di chirurgia toracica" Athena Audiovisuals
Diagnostic methods, techniques, and treatment in pulmonology
Course syllabus
The Technician of cardiovascular physiopathology and cardiovascular perfusion in the pneumological and medical-sports field
Elements of anatomy, physiology and respiratory mechanics
Instrumental tests for the diagnosis of the main pneumopathies
Hypoxia and hypoxemia. Oxygen therapy and hyperbaric chamber
Slow spirometry and forced expiratory maneuver: approach to analysis
Respiratory function tests in the differential diagnosis between asthma and COPD
Cardio-respiratory stress test
The hyperbaric chamber
Left and right heart failure
Additional tests useful for diagnosis in pneumology
Elements of anatomy, physiology and respiratory mechanics
Instrumental tests for the diagnosis of the main pneumopathies
Hypoxia and hypoxemia. Oxygen therapy and hyperbaric chamber
Slow spirometry and forced expiratory maneuver: approach to analysis
Respiratory function tests in the differential diagnosis between asthma and COPD
Cardio-respiratory stress test
The hyperbaric chamber
Left and right heart failure
Additional tests useful for diagnosis in pneumology
Teaching methods
The courses will include lectures with the possible addition of laboratory exercises
Teaching Resources
Materiale didattico consegnato ai discenti al termine di ogni lezione
Diagnostic methods, techniques, and treatment in pulmonology
MED/50 - APPLIED MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY AND METHODOLOGY - University credits: 1
Lessons: 10 hours
Professor:
Lillini Marco
Pulmonology and diagnostics
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Lessons: 20 hours
Professor:
Santus Pierachille
Thoracic surgery
MED/21 - THORACIC SURGERY - University credits: 2
Lessons: 20 hours
Professors:
Nosotti Mario, Palleschi Alessandro
Professor(s)