GENERAL AND SPECIALIST SURGERY
Learning outcomes of the course unit
Knowledge and understanding
a first approach to surgical anatomy
Applying knowledge and understanding
This knowledge must be applied to simple surgical case studies
Making judgements
Students are expected to be able to understand elements of surgical
anatomy
Communication skills
Students are expected to use a proper technical language
Learning skills
Students are expected to be able to summarize a technical text
Prerequisites
Training course on human anatomy
Course contents summary
Practical applications of human anatomy in surgery
Course contents
Principles of dissection of anatomical structures on cadaver. Recognition
and classification in the operating room of abdominal organs and systems
Recommended readings
Anatomy texts indicated in the teaching of Human Anatomy
Teaching methods
Dissections on cadaver, in live films and links with the operating room
Assessment methods and criteria
Interactive interview and exam of Human Anatomy
Other informations
Courses on cadaver dissection. Workshops with frequency in the
operating room
