COURSE UNIT TITLE

: INTRODUCTION TO THE CLINICS- NEOPLASIA

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type Of Course D U L ECTS
KGN 3107 INTRODUCTION TO THE CLINICS- NEOPLASIA COMPULSORY 5 2 0 7

Offered By

Medicine

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR INCI ALACACIOĞLU

Offered to

Medicine

Course Objective

The aim of this block is to 1) learn neoplasia terminology, pathogenesis, molecular mechanisms and main principles of treatment, 2) learn the basics of preclinical anamnesis and physical examination.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1   Viral oncogenesis
2   Understanding the biological models explaining the carcinogenesis process, genetic basis of cancer, multistep carcinogenesis
3   Differentiation of benign-malignant, solid tumor concept, basic principles in naming, metastasis biology and physiopathology, findings and mechanisms of multisystem involvement.
4   Basic biology of multiple system neoplasia syndromes
5   The concept of lymphadenopathy, physiopathology, classification according to underlying causes
6   Classifying adult and childhood lymphomas, Classifying acute leukemias, Understanding etiopathogenesis
7   Shock types, clinical findings, diagnosis, physiopathology
8   Cancer-related metabolic problems, paraneoplastic syndromes, symptoms of lung, bladder, cervix and breast cancer and social screening methods
9   Hereditary, environmental risk factors, cancer prevention and social screening methods
10   Principles of approach to the terminal patient
11   Understanding the physician's perspective and the patient's perspective

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Week Subject Description
1 Viral oncogenesis, Carcinogenesis Models, Cancer genetics,
2 What is neoplasia , Neoplasia development mechanisms, Metastasis physiopathology and biology, Treatment principles in malignancies
3 Development mechanisms of lymphoproliferative diseases, Approach to lymphadenopathy, Leukemia and lymphomas
4 Sepsis, Shock, Autonomic nervous system drugs, drugs used in cancer treatment
5 Exam week

Recomended or Required Reading


1-Tıbbi Mikrobiyoloji, Patrick R Murray, Rosenthal KS, Pfaller MA. (çev. ed) Ahmet C Başustaoğlu, 2010.
2-Cellular and Molecular Immunology, Abbas AK, Lichman AH, Pillai S., 2012.
3-Clinical Diagnosis and Management by Laboratory Methods, Henry JB, 2012.
4-Rasyonel Tedavi Yönünden Tıbbi Farmakoloji, Kayaalp, S.O., 2009
5-Basic& Clinical Pharmacology, Katzung BG, 2007.
6-Pathologic Basis of Disease, Robbins and Cotran, 10th edition 2021

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Problem-based learning sessions
Presentations
Laboratory practice (pathology)
Introduction to the clinic and practice of professional skills
Professional Values and Ethics
Special Study Modules

Assessment Methods

SORTING NUMBER SHORT CODE LONG CODE FORMULA
1 ASA Assesment of Student Achievement (%80)
2 PBL Problem Based Learning (%10)
3 SSM Special Study Modules (%10)


Further Notes About Assessment Methods


Qualifications are taken for Introduction to the Clinic, Professional Skills, Field Studies, Professional Values and Ethical Practices.

Assessment Criteria

In the first 3 years, the student success was evaluated on a yearly basis as an annual grade out of 100 points. The passing point of the period is determined as 60 (sixty).
The Intra-Year Success Grade Point Average (YBN) must be at least 50 (fifty) points.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

Will be announced

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

Dr.Inci Alacacıoğlu
e-mail: inci.alacacioglu@deu.edu.tr
Tel: 232 4124849

Office Hours

Interviews can be held by making an appointment with the responsible faculty member.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Activities Number Time (hours) Total Work Load (hours)
Lectures 41 1 41
Tutorials 1 2 2
PBL Session 3 9 27
Basic clinical skills practice 1 2 2
Procedural skills practice 1 2 2
Preparation for block-end exam 1 45 45
Preparation before-after PBL/lectures 4 8 32
Independant Study 4 3 12
Block-end exam 1 3 3
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) 166

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

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CONTACT INFORMATION
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