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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES |
| ANATOMY (MEDICINE) (PhD) | |
| Code | ANA619 |
| Name | Functional Anatomy of the Lymphatic System |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall and Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Doktora Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ÖZKAN OĞUZ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to provide students with information about the organization of lymphatic circulation, its relationship with the immune system, and its clinical importance by examining the functional anatomy of the lymphatic system in detail. In addition, it is aimed to explain the structural features related to the function of the lymphatic system in cancer metastasis within the framework of clinical approaches to anatomy.
Course Content
The course includes the structure and functions of lymphoid organs such as lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, spleen, thymus, the relationship of the lymphatic circulation with the immune system, and structural features related to the function of the lymphatic system in cancer metastasis.
Course Precondition
There are no prerequisites for the course.
Resources
1. Current articles and online resources 2. Dere Anatomy Atlas and Textbook 3. Dere Atlas of Neuroanatomy and Functional Neurology
Notes
Additional readings will be assigned during the course.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Describes the basic structures of the lymphatic system. |
| LO02 | Describe the basic functions of the lymphatic system. |
| LO03 | Explain the lymph circulation mechanism and regulatory factors. |
| LO04 | Explain the relationship between the lymphatic system and the immune system. |
| LO05 | Explains the anatomical basis of lymphatic system diseases. |
| LO06 | Describe anatomical features and their clinical relationship in lymphatic system diseases. |
| LO07 | Explain the function of the lymphatic system in cancer metastasis. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops and deepens the current and advanced level knowledge of anatomy via unique thoughts or researches at a level of proficiency, find out original definitions that will bring innovation in the field of anatomy. | 2 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends the interdisciplinary interactions related to anatomy; analyze, synthesize and evaluates original and new thoughts. | 2 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the usage of tool, devices and instruments requiered for knowledge and technologies about anatomy and related disciplines. | 2 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains importance of ethical rules and principles for individual and societies. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines frequently used statistical methods in anatomy and related disciplines. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Evaluates and uses new knowlegde about anatomy via systematic approach. | 2 |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops a new thoughts, method and designment/application which is brings innovation in anatomy or implements a known thoughts, method and designment/application in different fields, investigates, comprehends, designs, adapts, implements an original topic. | |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Writes the report of his reaearch which he/she participated and publishes/presents in peer-reviewed national/international journals or scientific meeting. | 2 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Makes an critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and analytical thoughts. | 3 |
| PLO10 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses scientific research methods at an advanced level in their studies. | |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Makes necessary investigations by using tool, devices and instruments required for knowledge and technologies about anatomy and related disciplines at an advanced level, develops a new and creative solutions for problems. | 2 |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Leads the solutions of problems regarding anatomy and related disciplines. | |
| PLO13 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Performs the statistical analysis to evaulate scientific paper, publishes/presents in peer-reviewed national/international journals. | 2 |
| PLO14 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Develops the evidence based new methods and thoughts about anatomy by utilizing mechanisms of creative, critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making | |
| PLO15 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Implements vocational development and life-long learning principles related to anatomy field in his/her studies. | 3 |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Communicates effectively and competently with specialists about the anatomy and related fields during discussion while defending original thoughts of his/her | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Discusses and makes visually, written and orally communication by using the C1 level for Common European Framework of Reference for Languages at an advanced level. | |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Communicates functionally by using mechanisms of ethical and strategic desicion for solving encountered problems, contributes to be and maintain process of information society by presenting scientific, technological, social and cultural advancements related to anatomy. | 2 |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Chooses accurately statistical methods, implements, discusses accurately for his/her studies anatomy and related disciplines and analyzes-synthesize within the scope of ethical rules. | |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses the current developments and knowledge regar ding anatomy field for the benefits of the children, families, national values and societies in accordance with the facts of country. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Course introduction, introduction to functional anatomy of the lymphatic system | Basic anatomy review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 2 | Lymphatic vessels and the circulation mechanism of the lymphatic system | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Structure and functions of lymph nodes | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Spleen anatomy and its effect on the immune system | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Thymus structure and its effect on the immune system | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Lymphoid tissues and their distribution in the body | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 7 | Microanatomical features of lymphoid structures in the relationship between the immune system and the lymphatic system. | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Relevant textbook and resource review | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Sözlü Sınav, Ödev |
| 9 | Functional anatomy of the lymphatic system of the head and neck region | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Functional anatomy of the upper extremity lymphatic system | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Functional anatomy of the lymphatic system of the thoracic region | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | Functional anatomy of the lymphatic system of the abdomino-pelvic region | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Functional anatomy of the lymphatic system of the lower extremity region | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Lymphatic drainage disorders and clinical implications | Relevant textbook and resource review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 15 | Anatomical changes seen in lymphoid tissues in lymphatic system diseases. | All topics | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Term Exams | Preparing a presentation | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev, Sözlü Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Preparing a presentation | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev, Sözlü Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 143 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,72 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||