Learning objectives
The aim of the course is to teach the fundamentals of the neurosciences with strong implications for the visual system.
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
Signs and symptoms of neurological clinical practice
Headaches
Dizziness
Disorders of the peripheral nervous system
Involuntary movements
Myasthenia and CMS autoimmune syndromes.
Anatomy of the main optic pathways and accessories
Full programme
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Bibliography
R. Adams, M. Victor, A. Ropper: 'Pronciples of neurology' ed Mc Graw Hill;
J. Cambier, M. Masson, H. Dehen: 'Neurologia' ed Massson
Teaching methods
The teaching methods consist of exercises, in order to provide the possibility for each student to be able to measure in various clinical situations with the practical use of the main diagnostic tools illustrated in a theoretical way during the lectures.
Assessment methods and criteria
The first step in assessing the student' learning will be made through an written question on several topics of the course program.
After this test student' knowledge will be made checking his analytical capacity regarding clinical cases of typical and atypical presentation of neuro-ophthalmological disorders; in this way the teacher will evaluate not only the memory performance of each student related to study and repetition of the lessons, but also his ability of synthesis, thinking, learning, pondering and fusion of the elements of study in itself.
Other information
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2030 agenda goals for sustainable development
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