Designed to teach students in the second term of their degree specializing in Oto-rhino-laryngology the more complex otological pathologies. In each case, the diagnostic method, complementary exams, different treatments, operative techniques, complications and their treatments will all be approached. The course will drive the student to master each type of pathology and the surgical procedures involved.
Main themes
Trauma-related pathology of the ear and the temporal bone; choclear implants and temporal bone stimulators; peri-petrous surgical methods(middle fossa, translabyrinthine, retrosigmoid and infratemporal approaches); acoustic neuronoma and tumors of the cerebellopontine angle; surgical treatment of vertigo; malignant tumors of the ear.
Content and teaching methods
Classic oral lecture with audio-visual presentation as teaching aid
Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)
Oral exam at the end of the second term. Oral lecture