BMS3041

Human disease and treatment

6 points · 3 lectures per week and 3 hours practical or equivalent · First semester · Clayton

Objectives On completion of this subject students will have acquired a broad knowledge and understanding of the nomenclature and principles of the natural history of disease, diagnosis and treatment and the impact of diseases on health care costs. Students will have developed an understanding of the major diseases affecting specific organ systems within the body. They will be introduced to a variety of treatment modalities including the role of appropriate therapists.

Synopsis The subject will provide a general introduction to the natural history of disease processes and will examine the principles of diagnosis and treatment. Specific examples of diseases will be discussed with a focus on organ systems throughout the body. This approach will include the following organ systems and diseases. Central nervous system: cerebrovascular disease, dementia. Cardiovascular system: ischaemic heart disease, atherosclerosis. Respiratory system: lung cancer, bronchitis, asthma, cystic fibrosis. Gastrointestinal system: ulcer disease, bowel cancer, chronic liver disease including hepatitis C and cirrhosis. Renal system: chronic renal disease, glomerulonephritis. Endocrine system: diabetes. The subject will also examine the factors involved in the selection of the most appropriate treatment and the impact of treatment costs on the individual and on society.

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