VET10050 Comparative Topographical Anatomy of the Abdomen and Pelvis

Academic Year 2020/2021

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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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 of 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

24
Practical

36
Autonomous Student Learning

58
Total

125
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Online lectures and study materials
Dissection classes
Self-directed learning 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Recommendations:

Biology at Leaving Certificate

This module teaches practical applied anatomy. Students wil be expected to do dissection.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Co-requisite:
VET10100 - Intro to Prac Apps of Vet Anat

Incompatibles:
VET30440 - Abdomen & pelvis anatomy, VNUR20190 - Anatomy & Physiology for VN II

Equivalents:
Comp Topog Anat of Ab & Pelvis (VAN10010)


 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Essay: Written essay (2000 words excluding references) as a group exercise. Groups will be given a separate topic at the beginning of week 1 and the deadline for submission is the end of week 10. Week 10 n/a Alternative non-linear conversion grade scale 50% No

30
Examination: Written and open-book exam on the entire syllabus with a total of 15-20 SAQs - to be administered via Brightspace. The questions will remain open for 2 weeks (end of week 12 - end of 1st exam week). Coursework (End of Trimester) Yes Alternative non-linear conversion grade scale 50% No

70

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, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Online automated feedback

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Name Role
Ms Margot Labberté Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Sourav Bhattacharjee Tutor
Ms Jane Brennan Tutor
Dr Bridget Hogg Tutor
Mr David Kilroy Tutor
Mr Maurice Kinsella Tutor
Professor Barbara Kirby Tutor
Dr Marie-Pauline Maurin Tutor
Ms Catherine McCarney Tutor
Dr Tommaso Rosati Tutor
Dr Cliona Skelly Tutor
Mr John Wyatt Tutor