MED3021

Head and neck and neurosciences

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Head and neck

Convener to be advised
Objectives On completion of this unit, students will be able to apply the knowledge gained to understand the structure and function of the anatomical components comprising the head and neck, and to use this knowledge to solve clinical problems.

Synopsis Students will be provided with core information about the structures comprising the head and neck, discuss the embryological development of these structures and relate this information to commonly occurring congenital abnormalities. In addition, students will be taught how to solve clinical problems involving the head and neck, and be introduced to clinical teaching and patients. Students attend lectures, dissection classes, clinical correlation classes and working in small groups with tutors. This study will complement teaching in neurosciences.

Assessment Examinations (3 hrs): 50% · Practical: 50%

Prescribed texts

Sauerland E K Grant's 'Dissector' 11th edn, Williams and Wilkins, 1994

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Neurosciences

Dr J A Rawson (Physiology)

Objectives On completion of this unit, students should have developed a sound understanding of the normal function, structure and pharmacology of the human central nervous system. Students should be able to interpret CT and MR images of the brain and have developed skills in applying basic principles of neuroscience to the diagnosis of neurological disorders.

Synopsis A comprehensive approach to the study of the central nervous system will be provided. The program will consist of a detailed dissection of the human brain in combination with an analysis of its motor, sensory and integrative functions. In addition, it will provide a basis for the understanding of neuropharmacology. Throughout the program the clinical aspects of central nervous system function will be emphasised, with correlation classes covering such areas as the examination of the nervous system, brain imaging, diagnosis and treatment of selected disorders.

Assessment Examinations - MCQ, short-answer and essay (3 hrs): 90% · Anatomy: 10%

Prescribed texts

England and Wakely A color atlas of the brain and spinal cord Wolfe, 1991
Haines D E Fundamental neuroscience Churchill Livingstone, 1997

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