School Of MedicineHysterectomyWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 401315.1
Discipline: OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY
Student Contribution Band: 3
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
All students are expected to have a knowledge base commensurate with a level of an Advanced Trainee or Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (RANZCOG or other accredited college) and satisfactory completion of the Graduate Diploma in Advanced Gynaecological Surgery [ie, Year 1 of the Master of Surgery (Advanced Gynaecological Surgery) course].
Equivalent Units
400994 Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Prerequisite
401317 Advanced Gynaecological Surgery 1
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4770 Master of Surgery (Advanced Gynaecological Surgery) or 4690 Master of Surgery in Advanced Gynaecological Surgery
About this Unit
This is an alternate unit in Year 2 of the Master of Surgery (Advanced Gynaecological Surgery) course.
Students undertaking this unit will be expected to explore aspects of hysterectomy through various approaches in different clinical and pathological settings. This unit will enhance their ability to develop a foundation for improving their skills and achieving competency at hysterectomy, particularly utilising minimally invasive techniques.
This unit will allow students to explore the rationale behind decisions to perform a hysterectomy, the nuances of surgical techniques used in a safe manner. It will allow an appreciation of the pre-operative and post-operative issues to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Courses| 4770.1 | Master of Surgery (Advanced Gynaecological Surgery) | CURRENT |