Medicine and Surgery

The course will cover topics related to benign and malignant gynecological pathology, as well as the physiology and pathology of pregnancy. In addition, the physiological and pathological hormonal mechanisms of the different stages of a woman’s life will be explained.

Students must have knowledge of pelvic anatomy and of the main hormonal and oncological pathophysiological processes. It is also important that they are familiar with the major pathologies that may occur during pregnancy.

Course materials collected during the course and provided by the lecturer

In-person attendance

The student will be assessed based on participation in teaching activities, outpatient clinics, ward activities, and operating room sessions. Research and reading of scientific articles will also be evaluated.

Physiological Pregnancy Labor and Postpartum Obstetric Emergencies Twin Pregnancy and Monochorionic Complications Preterm Labor Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy Gestational Diabetes Fetal growth restriction

Cultural: Knowledge of the ethical and deontological principles of medicine, particularly regarding the management of high-risk pregnancies and communication with patients. Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, addressing complex issues collaboratively and respecting cultural and social differences. Curricular: Basic knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology, with particular focus on the systems and organs involved in pregnancy (e.g., cardiovascular, endocrine, renal systems). Fundamentals of medical sciences, such as microbiology, immunology, and pharmacology, to address infectious and metabolic complications during pregnancy. Competence in diagnostic imaging techniques (ultrasound, Doppler, advanced imaging) and fetal monitoring. Basic knowledge of genetics and fetal pathologies, including congenital malformations and genetic disorders.

Berghella. Evidence Based Obstetric Guidelines. IV edizione (2022) Berghella. Evidence Based Maternal Fetal Guidelines. IV edizione (2022)

attendance required

oral test

lessons in presence

internships in departments, outpatient clinics, operating rooms, emergency rooms and delivery rooms

The student must have basic knowledge in the fields of epidemiology, anatomy, clinical pathology, endocrinology and information technology

Elementi di ostetricia e ginecologia. Per le Scuole per infermieri professionali, assistenti sanitari e assistenti sociali di Giancarlo Tosolini, Giuseppe Colucci Editore: Piccin-Nuova Libraria

Presence in at least 70% of teaching commitments

Oral examination or written quiz will be chosen according to number of student enrolled An interim evaluation will be performed at half Course

Frontal teaching with ongoing learning tests on the topics covered in the teaching program.