Learning outcomes

At the end of the course students should know:
- The main aspects of the physiology of the endocrine control of reproduction in women;
- The different abnormalities underlying the alterations of the menstrual cycle and how to investigate the cause of these abnormalities;
- The pathophysiology of hirsutism and the potential therapeutic strategies available for this condition;
- The criteria for diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome, the metabolic abnormalities associated with this condition and the therapeutic approach to this condition.

Program

1. Pathophysiology of the menstrual cycle: physiology of the reproductive cycle in women, diseases underlying menstrual dysfunction, investigations to assess these alterations.
2. Pathophysiology of hyperandrogenism. Etiology and clinical features of androgen excess. Diagnostic workout of hyperandrogenism. Brief summary of available tools for the treatment of hyperandrogenism.
3. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Short background on diagnosis, epidemiology, pathophysiology, medical implications and potential late complications of PCOS. Brief summary of potential strategies for the treatment of PCOS.
4. Clinical cases of menstrual dysfunction and/or hyperandrogenism. Interactive discussion on the appropriate diagnostic workout.
5. Clinical cases of menstrual dysfunction and/or hyperandrogenism. Clinical practice.

Examination Methods

Assessment is based on participation of the student to the scheduled lessons.

DATE AND DAYTIME: 27 FEBRUARY; 6-13-20 MARCH 2019 - 17:30-19:00 (+2 h of individual clinical training)

Room I "Lente Didattica" on February 27 and March 6 and 13;
Room G "Lente Didattica" on March 20.

Recommended period of frequency: 4th-6th year