Learning objectives
To gain knowledge on the physiology of the endocrine system (hypothalamus-pituitary axis and feedback mechanisms) and on the main endocrine disorders. To learn about the main endocrine adaptations during physical activity. The final test has the objective to verify student skills in structure the subject in epidemiology-pathophysiology and pathology.
Prerequisites
Physiology, general pathology, basic knowledge in Endocrinology.
Course unit content
- Endocrine system: endocrine glands and functions;
- Hypothalamo- Pituitary Axis
- Pituitary adenomas;
- Pathophysiology of the Hypothalamo-Pituitary-Thyroid axis and main thyroid disorders;
- Athletic amenorrhea;
- GH-IGF-1 axis and GH excess;
- Hypothalamo-Pituitary- Adrenal axis: pathophysiologya and glucocorticoid deficiency and excess disorders;
- Hypothalamo-Pituitary- gonadal axis and exercise;
- Hormonal changes during exercise.
Full programme
Endocrine system: endocrine glands and functions;
- Hypothalamo-Pituitary Axis
- pituitary adenomas;
- Pathophysiology of the Hypothalamo-Pituitary-Thyroid axis and main thyroid disorders;
-Athletic amenorrhea;
- GH-IGF-1 axis and GH excess;
- Hypothalamo-Pituitary- Adrenal axis: pathophysiologya and glucocorticoid deficiency and excess disorders;
- Hypothalamo-Pituitary- gonadal axis and exercise;
- hormonal changes during exercise.
Bibliography
Authors: Andrea Lenzi, Gaetano Lombardi, Enio Martino, Francesco Trimarchi.
"Endocrinologia ed attività motorie". Edizione Elsevier Masson 2008.
Teaching methods
Frontal lessons with the support of slides
Assessment methods and criteria
The exam will be oral. Students will have to answer correctly to an open question regarding a specific subject.
Other information
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2030 agenda goals for sustainable development
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