Overview
You will be introduced to the human abdomen and its many complex structures through stimulating discussions on common surgical scenarios and current research. Each week, we will focus on a specific area of the abdomen; starting at the anterior abdominal wall and be able to detail the anatomy of numerous organs including the stomach and liver. Specialists will come together to compare and discuss contrasting surgical techniques. This will help you to apply your understanding of basic anatomy to common clinical scenarios and introduce you to research being undertaken at the University of Leeds.
This course is for anyone that is interested in the human body and specifically the inner workings of the abdomen. We will assume a very basic level of anatomical knowledge. By completing all aspects of the course you will have achieved 14 hours of CPD time.
Syllabus
- The anterior abdominal wall and peritoneum
- Welcome
- Know your abdomen
- The anterior abdominal wall
- The peritoneum
- Expert discussion: Surgical techniques
- End of week review
- Organs of the gastrointestinal tract
- About week two
- The oesophagus, stomach and intestines
- The liver, gall bladder, pancreas and spleen
- Expert discussion: removing and diagnosing colorectal tumours
- Summary
- The posterior abdominal wall
- About week three
- Muscles of posterior abdominal wall, the kidneys and suprarenal glands.
- Nerves of the abdomen
- Expert discussion
- End of course review