| CODE | ANA1500 | ||||||||
| TITLE | General Anatomy 1 | ||||||||
| UM LEVEL | 01 - Year 1 in Modular Undergraduate Course | ||||||||
| MQF LEVEL | 5 | ||||||||
| ECTS CREDITS | 2 | ||||||||
| DEPARTMENT | Anatomy | ||||||||
| DESCRIPTION | This is a study-unit of general anatomy targeted to multiple courses which need a very brief introduction to the subject. Gross Anatomy and Embryology of the cariovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, musculoskeletal and neuronal systems, highlighting clinically relevant points. Study-Unit Aims: This study unit aims to give an overview of the various components of the subject and is tailored for a diverse cohort of students following different courses who need an introduction to the subject of anatomy. It is intended for students who might not have ever had any previous exposure to the topic. Learning Outcomes: 1. Knowledge & Understanding: By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - To give a brief and basic introduction to the subject of general anatomy including embryology; - To learn about the main concepts of applied clinical anatomy. 2. Skills: By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - The Skin- The main structure and functions of the skin with anatomical application; - The Skeletal System- The main structure of cartilage and bone in the human body and how it relates to function. Types of cartilage and macro anatomy of bone. Haversian System and bone development; - Joints- The main classification of joints with clinical examples. Particular attention is paid to synoreial joints and their structure; - The muscular system- Different types of muscles and where found, relating muscle type of function. Muscle action is general; - The lymphatic system- Lymphatic vessels with particular attention to structure of lymph nodes. General structure and function of lymphatic tissue; - The nervous system- Structure and function of nerve cells and corresponding support cells such as Schwammr cells. Peripheral and central nervous system. Somatic and autonomic nervous system. Different structures of the two systems and a comparative review of the sympathetic and parasympathetic system with practical applications; - Loose connective tissue- Fascia, Arealar tissue, ligaments raphis, aponeurosis, fatty tissue and other types of connective tissue; - Serous and mucous membranes in general- Differences between serous and mucous membranes with practical examples; - Blood vessels- The main structures and differences in blood vessels in the body; - The Heart- Development of the heart anatomy of the heart chambers, conduction of the heart, anatomy of the great vessels, pericardium; - The Lungs- Pleural cavaity, trachea, bronchi and bronchial tree, bronchi-pulmonary segments; - The gastrointestinal tract- Stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, pancreas and biliary tract; - The Urinary Tract- Kidneys, main ureters, bladder and urethra; - The endocrine system- Pituitary gland, thyroid and suprarenal gland, vesicles, vas, penis and perineum; - The female reproduction system- Vulva, vagina, uterus fallopian tubes, ovaries and an overview of menstruation - The Cranial nerves- The main cranial nerves of the body and their supply. 4. Recommended Texts: - Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function 8th Edition by Kenneth and Saladin; - Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology Martini, Nath and Bartholomew. |
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| STUDY-UNIT TYPE | Lecture | ||||||||
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| LECTURER/S | Marie Therese Camilleri Podesta' |
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