OVERVIEW

The integrated course consists of four modules.

The modules on Intraoperative Neurophysiology and Neurophysiopathology: Science and Techniques will provide students with the fundamental knowledge required to understand and subsequently apply intraoperative monitoring techniques in various surgical settings, addressing the topics from both a theoretical-clinical and a practical-technical perspective.

The Neuroradiology module will provide students with the key information needed to interpret radiological images obtained both for surgical planning and in the operating theatre, in order to best identify the structures that need to be mapped and monitored.

The Neurosurgery module will provide students with an overview of the main approaches adopted by neurosurgeons in planning and performing procedures, in order to plan the operating theatre setup and preoperative assessment in the laboratory.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Students must acquire a basic theoretical understanding of the anatomical and functional characteristics of the nervous structures that need to be identified and monitored during surgical procedures. They must be familiar with and understand the physical principles underlying the main radiological techniques used to study the central nervous system, as well as normal and pathological radiological anatomy, including tractography and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). Acquisition of the specific technical and methodological knowledge required for performing neurophysiological monitoring in the operating theatre: continuous monitoring of brain function during surgery to reduce the risk of injury to nerve structures in surgical patients.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD