METODOLOGIA DELLA RIABILITAZIONE VISCERALE
Module Urology for physiotherapy

Academic Year 2026/2027 - Teacher: GIORGIO IVAN RUSSO

Expected Learning Outcomes

D1 – Knowledge and understanding
The student acquires knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. They understand the main clinical features of urological and andrological diseases, as well as the basic diagnostic and therapeutic principles.

D2 – Applying knowledge and understanding
The student is able to apply the acquired knowledge to recognize the signs and symptoms of the main urological and andrological conditions, interpret the main diagnostic tests (laboratory and instrumental), and orient themselves within the diagnostic and therapeutic pathway of the urological patient.

D3 – Making judgements
The student is able to integrate theoretical knowledge with clinical information to develop diagnostic reasoning in common urological conditions. They demonstrate critical thinking in evaluating diagnostic and therapeutic options, recognizing the limits of their knowledge and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach.

D4 – Communication skills
The student uses appropriate medical and urological terminology to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals. They are able to clearly explain the main diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of urological diseases.

D5 – Learning skills
The student is able to independently deepen their knowledge of urological and andrological diseases through scientific sources, clinical guidelines, and specialized literature, developing a learning method useful for continuous professional development.

Course Structure

Should teaching be carried out in mixed mode or remotely, it may be necessary to introduce changes with respect to previous statements, in line with the programme planned and outlined in the syllabus.

Required Prerequisites

Prerequisites as per study plan.

Attendance of Lessons

If teaching is taught in blended or distance learning mode, any necessary changes to what was previously stated may be introduced in order to comply with the planned program reported in the syllabus.

Detailed Course Content

· Understand the etiology, diagnostic methods, differential diagnosis, and surgical indications for each of the following urological and andrological conditions:

· Genitourinary tract malformations: hypospadias, epispadias, megaureter, ureterocele, posterior urethral valves, ureteropelvic junction syndrome, polycystic and multicystic kidney disease;

· Hematuria and pseudohematuria

· Upper and lower urinary tract infections, including: a. Urinary tuberculosis; b. Sexually Transmitted Infections (HPV)

· Renoureteral Stones: Etiology, Diagnosis, Medical and Surgical Treatment of Lithiasis

· Urinary Incontinence: Physiology of Urination and Urinary Continence, Notes on Urodynamic Examination, Neurogenic Bladder, Female Urinary Incontinence

· Lower Urinary Tract Obstruction

· Urethral Stenosis

· LUTS (Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms): Obstructive and Irritative Symptoms of Urinary Disorders, Uroflowmetry

· Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: IPSS Score, Medical and Surgical Treatment

· Prostate Cancer: PSA and its Derivatives, Diagnosis, Medical and Surgical Treatment

· Kidney and Upper Urinary Tract Cancers, Cystic Kidney Diseases

· Bladder Cancer: Diagnosis, Medical and Surgical Treatment

· Testicular Cancers

· Scrotal Pathology: Testicular Torsion, Hydrocele, Varicocele

Renal trauma

Textbook Information

F. Porpiglia, I edizione (2015), Minerva Medica Editore

Course Planning

 SubjectsText References
1FISIOPATOLOGIA DELLA MINZIONECAPITOLO 1
2IPBCAPITOLO 2
3OSTRUZIONI DELLE ALTE VIE URINARIECAPITOLO 3
4COLICA RENALE ED UROLITIASICAPITOLO 4
5EMATURIECAPITOLO 5
6TRAUMI UROGENITALICAPITOLO 6
7INFEZIONI DELLE ALTE E BASSE VIE URINARIECAPITOLO 7
8INFEZIONI GENITALI DEL MASCHIOCAPITOLO 8
9TUMORI DEL RENE E PATOLOGIE RENALI CISTICHECAPITOLO 9
10LESIONI SURRENALICHE DI INTERESSE CHIRURGICOCAPITOLO 10
11TUMORI DELLA VESCICACAPITOLO 11
12TUMORI DELL'ALTA VIA ESCRETRICECAPITOLO 12
13TUMORI DELLA PROSTATACAPITOLO 13
14TUMORI DEL TESTICOLOCAPITOLO 14
15INFERTILITA' MASCHILE E VARICOCELECAPITOLO 15
16Disfunzione Erettile, malattia di la peyronie, eiaculazione precoce, disforia di genereCAPITOLO 16
17MALFORMAZIONI UROGENITALICAPITOLO 17
18INCONTINENZA URINARIACAPITOLO 18
19PROLASSI UROGENITALICAPITOLO 19
20SEGNI, SINTOMI, SEMEIOTICA E STRUMENTARIO DI USO COMUNE IN UROLOGIAAPPENDICE
21INFERTILITA' E TECNICHE DI PMA
22STENOSI DEL GIUNTO PIELO-URETERALE

Learning Assessment

Learning Assessment Procedures

The exam consists of an interview in which at least two questions will be asked, covering at least two topics from the program. The exam assesses: i) the student's knowledge of the main pathologies of interest to nephrology; ii) the ability to apply this knowledge to differential diagnoses; iii) clarity of presentation; iv) mastery of medical-scientific language.


The following criteria will be taken into account in awarding the final grade:


Grade 29-30 with honors: The student has an in-depth knowledge of the main pathological entities, is able to promptly and correctly integrate and critically analyze the situations presented, and independently resolve even highly complex diagnostic problems; has excellent communication skills and masters medical-scientific and anatomopathological language.


Grade 26-28: The student has a good understanding of the main pathological entities, is able to integrate and analyze the presented situations critically and consistently, is able to solve complex diagnostic problems fairly independently, and presents the topics clearly using appropriate medical-scientific and anatomical-pathological language.


Grade 22-25: The student has a fair understanding of the main pathological entities, although limited to the main topics. He or she is able to integrate and analyze the presented situations critically, but not always consistently, and presents the topics fairly clearly with reasonable command of language.


Grade 18-21: The student has minimal understanding of the main pathological entities, has a modest ability to integrate and analyze the presented situations critically, and presents the topics sufficiently clearly, although his or her command of language is poorly developed.


Failed: The student does not possess the minimum required knowledge of the main course content. His or her ability to use the specific language is very limited or nonexistent, and he or she is unable to independently apply the acquired knowledge.

Examples of frequently asked questions and / or exercises

PSA 

prostate cancer

medical therapy of IPB

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