VET30440 Abdomen & Pelvis- Topographical Anatomy

Academic Year 2021/2022

This module covers the basic anatomy of the structures and contents of the abdominal and pelvic cavities of the domestic veterinary species; including the key structures of the gastrointestinal and urogenital system. This includes their basic function, topographical relationships, attachments, blood supply, innervation and lymphatic drainage. Key principals are emphasised through reference to (a) the developmental progression involved in organogenesis of the structures comprising relevant body systems and (b) practical examples from surgery, pathology and clinical practice with the aid of X-ray plates and USG (ultrasonography).

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module students should be able to: (a) review the overall topographical, comparative and functional anatomy of the abdominal and pelvic cavities iof domestic veterinary species; (b) apply an understanding of the development of these regions to imply general patterns of blood supply, innervation, lymphatic drainage, peritoneal attachment and organ morphology; (c) display an appreciation of the 3D positions and relationships of all relevant organs and structures comprising these regions of the body; (d) relate the above to the basic radiographic anatomy & histology of these regions through an ability to accurately describe and identify all relevant organs and structures; (e) integrate the contents of this module with pre- and co-requisite modules.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

7
Tutorial

12
Practical

30
Autonomous Student Learning

70
Total

119
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Lectures, practical classes and problem-based learning. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Recommendations:

Students attending this module should have a strong foundation in biological sciences


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Co-requisite:
VET30330 - Cells, Tissues, Organs & Dev, VET30420 - Cardio & resp systems

Incompatibles:
VET10050 - Comp Topog Anat of Ab & Pelvis

Additional Information:
Students require these modules or must demonstrate equivalent prior learning.


 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Examination: End-of-semester exam composed of an online case report and a short answer written paper. 2 hour End of Trimester Exam No Graded No

70
Multiple Choice Questionnaire: Online MCQ on anatomy, renal physiology & lactation Week 6 n/a Graded No

30

Carry forward of passed components
No
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment

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Name Role
Dr Nicola Fletcher Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Colm Reid Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Alison Reynolds Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Sourav Bhattacharjee Tutor
Dr Bridget Hogg Tutor
Professor Lisa Katz Tutor
Mr Maurice Kinsella Tutor
Ms Margot Labberté Tutor
Ms Catherine McCarney Tutor
Ms Elise O'Byrne-White Tutor
Mr John Wyatt Tutor