Orthopaedics: Lower Limb (SURG0031)

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Orthopaedics: Lower Limb (SURG0031)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Medical Sciences
Teaching department: Division of Surgery and Interventional Science
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

Summary of the content of the module / component:

1. Development, anatomy and biomechanics of hip, knee, ankle and foot

2. Arthritis and soft tissue conditions in the lower limb

3. Principles of arthroplasty design and tribology

4. Surgical techniques and complications

5. The National Joint Registry, Outcome Measures, and quality assurance

Intended learning outcomes:

1. Be able to describe and discuss the epidemiology, aetiology and clinical consequences of musculoskeletal conditions affecting the lower limb.

2. Be able to describe and discuss the surgical techniques available for treatment and the provision of a high quality lower limb orthopaedic services in the NHS.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Terms 1 and 2 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: Blended
Methods of assessment: 100% In-class activity
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 0
Module leader: Dr Sujith Konan
Who to contact for more information: dsis.ortho@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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