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Y1B3M8 - Digestive System & Metabolism
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Histology1 listed topic
- Foundation of GITLearning objectivesExplain the histological structure of lip.Describe the microscopic structure of tongue, with special reference to epithelium on its two surfaces, types of lingual papillae and taste buds with their location and structureDescribe the Histological features of parotid, submandibular and sublingual glands with reference to their type, parenchyma, stroma and duct system.Describe the histological structure of esophagus.Identify microscopic sections of lip, tongue, submandibular, sublingual and parotid glands and esophagus under light microscope and enlist at least two identification points of each.Draw labelled diagrams showing light microscopic structure of lip, tongue, submandibular, sublingual and parotid glands
Anatomy2 listed topics
- Foundation of GIT
- GIT (lip, Tongue, esophagus, and salivary glands
Physiology5 listed topics
- Neural & Hormonal control of GITLearning objectivesAppraise physiologic anatomy of gastrointestinal tract with specific focus on role of interstitial cells of CajalCompare functions of mesenteric and myenteric plexusesLink the role of autonomic nervous system in GI motilityAppraise the role of GI hormones in GI motility & secretions
- Practical: Physiology 1. Recording of body temperatureLearning objectivesRecording of body temperature
- Gross AnatomyLearning objectivesIdentify abdominal lines and planes dividing the abdomen into its quadrants.Enlist the structures in each quadrantOutline of gross features of stomach, small intestine, colon rectum and anal canal.Enlist the blood vessels that supply gut.Describe the formation and distribution of portal vein.Outline gross features of liver.Describe dual blood supply of the liver.Learn the components of the biliary apparatus and trace the drainage of bile from liver to duodenum.
- Digestion & AbsorptionLearning objectivesRecognize the role of teeth, tongue, cheeks and saliva in assimilation and digestion of food.Distinguish three phases of deglutition reflexOutline different types of peristalsis taking place in esophagusExplain the mechanism of vomiting reflexAppraise the location and function of vomiting center/ chemoreceptor trigger zone in the brainExplain the role of liver in non- metabolic domains and give clinical importance of eachDescribe motor function of stomachRecognize role of gastric secretions in the process of digestionExplain factors which regulate stomach emptyingExplain role of pancreatic and biliary
- secretion in process of digestionLearning objectivesCorrelate secretions of small intestine and colon with functionsGive absorption of various nutrients in small and large intestine
Medical Biochemistry3 listed topics
- Foundation of GITLearning objectivesOverview of digestion and absorption of Lipids, Carbohydrates, Proteins, and nucleic acidsOutline the introduction, composition, functions of;
- Clinical relevanceLearning objectivesXerostomia, SialorrheaPeptic Ulcer DiseaseCholelithiasis
- NutritionLearning objectivesDescribe Balanced Diet, DRIs (EAR, RDA, AI, UL), AMDRExplain Protein turnover, Amino acid Pool, Nitrogen Balance, Protein Quality, Protein RequirementBiomedical importance and requirements of dietary Carbohydrates, Proteins and LipidsGlycemic Index Clinical Relevance:Protein-Energy Malnutrition (Kwashiorkor, Marasmus)Obesity