ANEURYSMS AND DISSECTIONS OF THE THORACIC AORTA
The aneurysms and thoracic aortic dissections are a major vascular diseases responsible for acute aortic syndromes

Knowing the etiology and pathogenesis of aneurysms and thoracic aortic dissections. Identify the correct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the patient with thoracic aortic aneurysm or dissection. Knowing the basics notions of surgical and endovascular techniques for the treatment of aneurysms and thoracic aortic dissections.

Teaching consists of 10 hours of training activities including 3 hours of lessons and analysis of the cases in the classroom and 7 hours of operating room

Any Student with documented Specific Learning Disorders (SLD), or with any special needs, shall reach out to the Lecturer(s) and to the dedicated SLD Representative in the Department before class begins, in order to liase and arrange the specific teaching methods and ensure proper achievement of the learning aims and outcomes.

• Etiology and pathogenesis of aneurysms and dissections of the thoracic aorta
• Clinical and instrumental diagnosis
• Surgical treatment techniques of aneurysms and dissections of the thoracic aorta
• Technical endovascular treatment of thoracic aortic aneurysms and dissections

RUTHERFORD’S VASCULAR SURGERY, EIGHTH EDITION, Elsevier

ISBN: 978-1-4557-5304-8

Oral Examination

The assessment takes place through the final exam which aims to ensure the effective acquisition by the student of the expected learning outcomes.
The minimum required passing grade is 18/30, to achieve a pass the student must demonstrate that:

- Know the etiology and pathogenesis of aneurysms and thoracic aortic dissections.
- Identify the correct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the patient with aneurysm or dissection of the thoracic aorta
- Know the basics notions of chirurgice and endovascular techniques for the treatment of aneurysms and thoracic aortic dissections.
- Being able to address the critical issues related to the possible presence of aneurysm or dissection of the thoracic aorta