This course will cover a logical approach to the assessment of patients with respiratory signs, localization of lesions, common causes and diagnostic approach. Case- based discussion of more common differentials and treatment approaches. A practical element including how to safely use the scopes in the airways and how to maximise diagnostic yield.

Course Description

 

Topics to be covered:

Assessment of patient with airway disease

Diagnosis and treatment of patient with airway disease

How to use scopes in nose and airways

 

Learning Objectives:

Assess and localize the main area of concern in the respiratory tract

Discriminate between different differential diagnosis using history, physical observation/examination and results of diagnostics

Choose appropriate diagnostic tests

Practice basics of rhinoscopy/bronchoscopy