Learning objectives
The aim of the course is to make known and understand the human reproductive physiopathology through epidemiology, the study of the causes and the main techniques of medically assisted procreation.Finally acquire the knowledge related to the impotentia coeundi male and female including vaginism.Also make aware of the various contraceptive methods.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the male and female genital system
Course unit content
Human Infertility, Assisted Retroductive Technology, Contraception
Full programme
Definition, etiopathogenesis of female and male infertility, chronic anovularity, environmental and habit factors, female organic causes, early ovarian failure, genetic causes, infectious causes, therapies for ovulation induction, in vivo and in vitro fertilization techniques, TESE. Contraceptive definition, Pearl index, natural contraceptive methods, hormonal, interceptive methods. Indications and contraindications of the various methods, WHO manual
Bibliography
Infertilità Umana, Principi e pratica
G.B. La Sala, Edra editore
Medicina della riproduzione umana
Borini A, Ubaldi FM, CIC ed. Internazionali
Teaching methods
Frontal lessons and acquisitions in the field
Assessment methods and criteria
The student’s knowledge, topics’ comprehension and her/his skill to apply them on the occupational contexts will be evaluated by questions on the topics related to the course content. Failed answer to one or more questions or proved insufficiency of the basic knowledge on the subject will preclude the successful completion of the exam. In case of completion of the exam, an evaluation that contributes to the final grade of the course will be defined and it will be based on the achievement of the objectives.
Other information
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2030 agenda goals for sustainable development
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