Course description
The programme is delivered by academics and clinicians, many of whom have internationally recognised expertise. The teaching is in the form of seminars, small group tutorials, workgroups and hands-on supervised clinical training. Students are provided with literature prior to attending so that they can prepare for seminar discussions.
MSc/PGDip/PGCert in Advanced Gynaecological Endoscopy Module overview
Instrumentation, Surgical Safety and Risk Assessment
This module considers the principles of safe laparoscopic surgery, including the recognition and treatment of complications. The theory of optics and electronics of equipment, and the recording of operative images are also considered. The skills required for auditing clinical activity are also developed.
Evidence-based Practice and Critical Appraisal
Within this module students will learn the skills of evidence-based practice, including the process of turning clinical problems into searchable questions, searching databases for evidence, critically appraising different types of evidence, and incorporating evidence into practice.
The Pathophysiology and Management of Adnexal Disease
This module considers the pathophysiology of different adnexal diseases and the appropriate diagnostic tests and management strategies for dealing with these. Students will also develop advanced surgical skills for the treatment of adnexal disease.
The Pathophysiology and Management of Endometriosis and Adhesions
This module considers the pathophysiology of endometriosis and the theories of its aetiology. Students will learn about different management techniques for endometriosis, and the relationship between endometriosis, adhesive tubal disease following pelvic infection, and infertility.
Advanced Surgical Techniques and Application of Medical Physics
This module will explore current technologies used in gynaecological endoscopy, and a detailed understanding of applied physics relating to energy sources is developed. Students will also develop advanced laparoscopic techniques such as intracorporeal and extracorporeal suturing.
The Pathophysiology and Management of Advanced Endometriosis
This module considers management strategies in the diagnosis and treatment of advanced endometriosis. Students will understand how the pelvic anatomy becomes distorted through endometriosis and how to recognise abnormal anatomy. Students will also develop advanced surgical techniques for dealing with rectovaginal disease.
The Pathophysiology and Management of Uterine Disease
This module considers the laparoscopic and hysteroscopic management of abnormal uterine bleeding and uterine diseases. Theories underpinning the management of uterine disease are discussed and advanced laparoscopic and hysteroscopic skills are developed.
Principles of Research Methods
Within this module, students will learn the principles behind different research methods and will be able to use this knowledge to design an appropriate research project.
Application of Research Methods
This module allows students to put the research knowledge and skills gained into practice. Students will participate in all the stages of a research project and will gain the skills necessary for designing and undertaking the research dissertation.
Dissertation
In this module, students will be guided through the process of research and will be supervised in undertaking their own research project.
