METODOLOGIA DELLA RIABILITAZIONE VISCERALEModule Urology for physiotherapy
Academic Year 2026/2027 - Teacher: GIORGIO IVAN RUSSOExpected 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
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
| Subjects | Text References | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | FISIOPATOLOGIA DELLA MINZIONE | CAPITOLO 1 |
| 2 | IPB | CAPITOLO 2 |
| 3 | OSTRUZIONI DELLE ALTE VIE URINARIE | CAPITOLO 3 |
| 4 | COLICA RENALE ED UROLITIASI | CAPITOLO 4 |
| 5 | EMATURIE | CAPITOLO 5 |
| 6 | TRAUMI UROGENITALI | CAPITOLO 6 |
| 7 | INFEZIONI DELLE ALTE E BASSE VIE URINARIE | CAPITOLO 7 |
| 8 | INFEZIONI GENITALI DEL MASCHIO | CAPITOLO 8 |
| 9 | TUMORI DEL RENE E PATOLOGIE RENALI CISTICHE | CAPITOLO 9 |
| 10 | LESIONI SURRENALICHE DI INTERESSE CHIRURGICO | CAPITOLO 10 |
| 11 | TUMORI DELLA VESCICA | CAPITOLO 11 |
| 12 | TUMORI DELL'ALTA VIA ESCRETRICE | CAPITOLO 12 |
| 13 | TUMORI DELLA PROSTATA | CAPITOLO 13 |
| 14 | TUMORI DEL TESTICOLO | CAPITOLO 14 |
| 15 | INFERTILITA' MASCHILE E VARICOCELE | CAPITOLO 15 |
| 16 | Disfunzione Erettile, malattia di la peyronie, eiaculazione precoce, disforia di genere | CAPITOLO 16 |
| 17 | MALFORMAZIONI UROGENITALI | CAPITOLO 17 |
| 18 | INCONTINENZA URINARIA | CAPITOLO 18 |
| 19 | PROLASSI UROGENITALI | CAPITOLO 19 |
| 20 | SEGNI, SINTOMI, SEMEIOTICA E STRUMENTARIO DI USO COMUNE IN UROLOGIA | APPENDICE |
| 21 | INFERTILITA' E TECNICHE DI PMA | |
| 22 | STENOSI DEL GIUNTO PIELO-URETERALE |
Learning Assessment
Learning Assessment Procedures
Examples of frequently asked questions and / or exercises
prostate cancer
medical therapy of IPB