76104 - Neurology

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, students will be able to recognize the main diseases of the central and peripheral nervous system in terms of specific clinical manifestations; they will know the essential aspects of the etiopathogenesis and general pathophysiology of these diseases and the problems that can be encountered

Course contents

Anatomical and physiological basis of the central and peripheral nervous systems; anatomical organization of the different systems: the pyramidal system, the extrapyramidal system, the cerebellum, the sensory systems, symbolic functions. Approach to the neurological patient, neurological examination, cranial nerves, voluntary motor pathology, mono- and polyneuropathies, motor neuron diseases, spinal cord diseases, myopathies, sensory disorders, acute and chronic cerebrovascular diseases, demyelinating diseases. Movement disorders, Dementia, Higher functions, Headaches and craniofacial pain

Readings/Bibliography

The teaching material consists of the recommended textbook and the material made available to students during the lessons.

In particular, the recommended textbook is:

Clinica Neurologica. Pazzaglia. Esculapio Cod. 1029 VII Edition Oct. 2008

Teaching methods

Lectures and clinical cases discussion.

Assessment methods

The oral exam aims to assess the acquisition of the knowledge outlined in the course objectives and will be considered passed with the correct answer to two/three main questions relating to topics covered during the course.

Final grade scale: Preparation on a very limited number of topics covered in the course and analytical skills that emerge only with the help of the instructor, expression in generally correct language → 18-19; Preparation on a limited number of topics covered in the course and independent analytical skills only on purely executive issues, expression in correct language → 20-24; Preparation on a wide range of topics covered in the course, ability to make independent critical analysis choices, mastery of specific terminology → 25-29; Substantially exhaustive preparation on the topics covered in the course, ability to make independent critical analysis and connection choices, full mastery of specific terminology and ability to argue and self-reflect → 30-30L.

The final grade for the integrated course is the weighted average of the grades obtained in each test for the individual courses.

Students with learning disorders and temporary or permanent disabilities are invited to contact the dedicated office (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/it/per-studenti) as soon as possible so that appropriate compensatory measures can be agreed upon. The request must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the instructor, who will assess the appropriateness of the measures, taking into account the educational objectives. https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/it/per-studenti

Teaching tools

Lectures. Clinical case presentations

Office hours

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