Year 3 TCD Week 15 - Jaundice
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1Summary
This engaging teaching session, Year 3 TCD Week 15 - Jaundice, is designed for medical professionals seeking to diversify their knowledge on Jaundice, a common condition primarily associated with the liver. The session will delve into various critical topics such as diagnosis methods, different types, potential complications, and current treatment approaches. Enhance your capability to accurately diagnose and effectively manage Jaundice by joining this educational session.
Learning objectives
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To understand and describe the pathophysiology of jaundice, including the role of bilirubin in the body and the process by which it is produced and excreted.
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To enumerate and discuss in detail the various causes of jaundice, including both pre-hepatic and post-hepatic mechanisms with a special focus on the most common hepatic pathologies leading to this condition.
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To accurately diagnose jaundice using a combination of clinical signs, patient history, physical examination findings and laboratory investigations, differentiating between different types based on the presenting signs and symptoms.
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To administer appropriate and efficient medical management options for a patient with jaundice, based on the underlying cause; and to understand when urgent referral or treatment is necessary.
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To educate patients about jaundice, its causes, consequences, and management strategies, ensuring clear communication and understanding in order to help them make informed decisions about their healthcare.