Learning objectives
Providing students with knowledge for a correct interpretation of neurological signs and symptoms, especially involving cranial nerves, and with an understanding of the major groups of neurological disorders. For every single disorder of each group, specific information will be provided on epidemiological, clinical, pathophysiological, prognostic and therapeutic aspects.
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
Semiology of motor functions. Semiology of sensory functions. Semiology of cranial nerves. Sleep and wake cycles. Cognitive functions. Epilepsy. Headache and facial pain. Demyelination disorders. Extrapyramidal disorders. Cerebrovascular disorders. Dementias.
Full programme
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Bibliography
Neurologia. Manzoni GC, Torelli P eds. Bologna: Società Editrice Esculapio, 2012
Teaching methods
Up-front classes and clinical group exercises
Assessment methods and criteria
Oral test
Other information
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