EMRM0711p Basics of Reproductive Medicien - lecture

Faculty of Medicine
autumn 2024
Extent and Intensity
1/0/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
MUDr. Lenka Mekiňová (lecturer)
MUDr. Soňa Šimová (lecturer)
MUDr. Kateřina Remundová (lecturer)
MUDr. Eva Matušková (lecturer)
MUDr. Lucie Bánovská (lecturer)
Zdeňka Kroupová (assistant)
Mgr. Alžběta Nagyová (assistant)
prof. MUDr. Martin Huser, Ph.D., MBA (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. MUDr. Martin Huser, Ph.D., MBA
Department of Gynecology, Obstetrics and Neonatology – Joint workplaces with the University Hospital Brno - workplaces of the Bohunice and Mater. Hospital – Faculty of Medicine
Supplier department: Department of Gynecology, Obstetrics and Neonatology – Joint workplaces with the University Hospital Brno - workplaces of the Bohunice and Mater. Hospital – Faculty of Medicine
Timetable
Mon 14. 10. 13:20–15:00 KGPN N03031, Mon 21. 10. 13:20–15:00 KGPN N03031, Mon 4. 11. 13:20–15:00 KGPN N03031, Mon 11. 11. 13:20–15:00 KGPN N03031, Mon 18. 11. 13:20–15:00 KGPN N03031, Mon 25. 11. 13:20–15:00 KGPN N03031, Mon 2. 12. 13:20–15:00 KGPN N03031
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Abstract
The aim of the course is to acquire the necessary, comprehensive theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the diagnosis and treatment of human fertility disorders. It provides graduates with an adequate overview of reproductive health, family planning, assisted reproduction methods, and maternal care during pregnancy.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course "Fundamentals of Reproductive Medicine," the student will: - acquire sufficient knowledge of the causes and pathogenesis of fertility disorders in both women and men, - master standard diagnostic and treatment procedures, - gain adequate knowledge of family planning, pregnancy monitoring, and the possibilities of prenatal genetic diagnostics.
Key topics
• Epidemiology of Fertility Disorders • Causes of Fertility Disorders • Physiology of Human Reproduction (gametogenesis, ovarian cycle, neurohormonal regulation of the cycle) • Examination of Fertility Disorders (ovulation assessment, ovarian reserve, semen analysis, tubal patency assessment, endometrial evaluation, genetic testing) • Algorithm for Determining Treatment Approaches • Intrauterine Insemination • Assisted Reproduction – ovarian stimulation, follicular fluid aspiration, sperm selection, fertilization, embryo culture, embryo transfer, cryopreservation of embryos and gametes, risks of assisted reproduction, ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome • Risks of Multiple Pregnancy • Principles of Prenatal Care, Prenatal Non-Invasive and Invasive Diagnostics • Pregnancy Complications – miscarriages, preeclampsia, fetal growth restriction, gestational diabetes • Oncological Issues – protecting reproduction from gonadotoxic treatment • Psychological Aspects of Fertility Disorders • Gamete Donation, Surrogacy • Legislation in Fertility Treatment
Study resources and literature
    recommended literature
  • CRHA, Igor. Fyziologie reprodukce. 1. vydání. Praha: Mladá fronta a. s., divize Medical Services, 2018, p. 24-52, 32 pp. Medical services. ISBN 978-80-204-4657-2. info
  • ROB, Lukáš; Alois MARTAN and Karel CITTERBART. Gynekologie. 2., dopl. a přeprac. vyd. Praha: Galén, 2008, xxiv, 319. ISBN 9788072625017. info
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
A one-semester series of one-hour lectures, following the syllabus, presenting the theoretical foundations and clinical practice, concluding with an exam worth 3 credits.
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
Ongoing discussions during internships, student presentations during seminars. Final exam focused on verifying theoretical knowledge and clinical practice in the diagnosis and treatment of fertility disorders using assisted reproduction methods.
Language of instruction
Czech
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course is also listed under the following terms autumn 2023, autumn 2025.
  • Enrolment Statistics (autumn 2024, recent)
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