RAD2021

Radiologic biology 3

(MED)

Synopsis: The abdominal wall, peritoneal membranes, development of the gut. Surface anatomy of abdomen, posterior wall, diaphragm. Mouth and palate. Gross and radiographic anatomy, histology, nerve and blood supply, pathological processes associated with the gastrointestinal tract, gall bladder, spleen and pancreas. Physiology of digestion. Radiographic appearances of diseases of gastrointestinal tract, gallbladder, spleen and pancreas. Nutrition, metabolism and regulation of body temperature. Gross anatomy, radiographic anatomy, histology, nerve and blood supply of the kidneys, suprarenal glands, urinary system. Renal physiology. Pathology of the renal system and radiographic appearances.

Assessment: One written examination (three hours): 50% + One assignment: 20% + One multi-station recognition examination: 30%