Learning objectives
The course aims to provide students with the tools and theoretical concepts required for the study of the main modifications which occur during ageing to various bodily organs and systems and to set out the physiopathological bases underlying the major geriatric syndromes, essential components of a correct medical and non-medical approach to the treatment of elderly patients in various clinical settings.
Prerequisites
The course aims to provide students with the tools and theoretical concepts required for the study of the main modifications which occur during ageing to various bodily organs and systems and to set out the physiopathological bases underlying the major geriatric syndromes, essential components of a correct approach to the treatment and management of elderly patients.
Course unit content
The course will analyse various aspects of ageing: <br />
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1. Population ageing and its consequences for social and health care; <br />
2. Biology of ageing with the main theories of ageing; <br />
3. Physiology of ageing: ageing of the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, kidney, immune system, endocrine system, skeletal muscle tissue (sarcopenia), bone and brain; <br />
4. The major geriatric syndromes with a particular focus on the decline of cognitive function and dementias; <br />
5. Overview of multidimensional evaluation of geriatric patients; <br />
6. Aspects of management of fragile elderly patients; <br />
7. Falls and fractures; <br />
8. Immobilisation syndrome; <br />
9. Urinary incontinence. <br />
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Full programme
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Bibliography
<p>U. Senin, Paziente Anziano, Paziente Geriatrico, Ed. EdiSES, Naples.</p>
Teaching methods
Classroom lectures.
Assessment methods and criteria
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Other information
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