Radioncology
Code
11166
Academic unit
NOVA Medical School|Faculdade de Ciências Médicas
Department
GOTH
Credits
3
Teacher in charge
Profª Doutora Margarida Roldão
Objectives
· To identify atomic and nuclear structure and the properties of particle and electromagnetic radiation
· To understand the interaction of radiation on molecular level
· To understand time, dose and fractionation
· To develop an understanding of the different radiation modalities
· To be able to recognize symptoms and signs of cancer
· To develop an understanding of a diagnostic programme for suspected tumors or metastases and to recognize staging and classification of manifested tumors.
· To be able to define the treatment aim
· To identify the radiation modality (or interdisciplinary modality), plan and develop an understanding of how to apply optimal radiation therapy and do the follow-up during and after treatment
· To develop an appreciation of supportive care/symptomatic treatment and terminal care
· To be able to identify side effects of radiation therapy and assess the impact of radiation oncology on quality of life
· To understand and develop the interest of communication and presentation skills
Prerequisites
Subject matter
· Basic Sciences
o Biology of cancer
o Radiobiology
o Basic radiation physics
o Radiation physics applied in radiation therapy
o Radioprotection
o Imaging and target volume
· Clinical -Specific organs and/or diseases
o Head and neck
o Breast
o Gastrointestinal tract
o Thorax/Lung
o Gynaecology
o Genitourinary
o Central nervous system
o Paediatrics
o Skin and soft tissue
o Lymphomas & leukemias
o Palliation
Bibliography
Support materials also provided by lecturers
Teaching method
Evaluation method
A multiple choice written exam, is scheduled at the end of the semester. A positive evaluation is required for approval and that means a grade of 10 or above (in a scale of 0 up to 20). The 2nd call and the special call are oral exams (or a multiple choice written exam, depending on the number of candidates)