Cardiovascular Disease
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MGEM2019 | Medical Sciences and Graduate Entry Medicine | 2 | 20 | Spring UK |
- Code
- MGEM2019
- School
- Medical Sciences and Graduate Entry Medicine
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
This module builds on basic anatomical, histological and physiological knowledge of the cardiovascular system to provide an integrated understanding of the causes and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Core anatomy and physiology is taught alongside pharmacology and basic diagnostics to provide a holistic approach to learning the pathophysiological basis of common cardiovascular conditions.
Target Students
Students on Part I of the BSc in Medical Physiology and Therapeutics.There are a limited number of places on this module.
Classes
Delivery will be via a combination of lectures, complemented with tutorials (1-2 hrs) and workshop/practical sessions (1-2 hrs). Online learning and directed components provide an approximate content hourage of 37 hours. Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only in specified weeks.
Assessment
- 50% Coursework 1: 2000 words - Detailed report of diagnostic test
- 50% Exam 1 (2-hour): MFQ and SAQ end of module examination
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
The module aims to provide students with a broad knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiological basis for and treatment of select common diseases of the cardiovascular system. Students are expected to develop a number of transferrable skills such as information searching and written academic skills.Learning Outcomes
Relate the structure and function of the cardiovascular system to normal cardiovascular function.
Describe the pathophysiological mechanisms which contribute to common cardiovascular conditions including peripheral artery disease, diseases of the venous system, hypertension, hypotension, thrombosis, valvular heart disease, ischaemic heart disease, arrhythmias and heart failure.
Describe the scientific basis behind the signs and symptoms of patients with some common cardiovascular diseases
Identify and explain the scientific basis for appropriate pharmacological prevention and treatment of some common cardiovascular conditions.
Explain the scientific basis for the use of important diagnostic techniques in cardiovascular medicine and describe how these techniques are performed.
Demonstrate the ability to search for relevant information from the scientific literature to promote independent and enquiry-based learning
Develop effective written communication skills for writing literature reviews