PE4S156 - Reproductive Endocrinology 01 Sep 2019 - 31 Aug 2031 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PE4S156 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Reproductive Endocrinology | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Allied Health and Chiropractic | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Clinical Services | ||
| Module Leader: | Karl New | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2017 | Final Year of Intake: | 2030 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100260 - healthcare science | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2019 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2031 |
Module Aims
Critically evaluate and synthesise current evidence on the presentation, investigation, diagnosis, and management of reproductive endocrine disorders, developing advanced skills in clinical decision-making and patient care strategies.
Content Summary
Indicative content to include topics outlined below and/or any other relevant current topics to fulfil the module aims and learning outcomes:
Topics may include:
Basic physiological principles of the ovaries and testes.
Menstrual cycle
Semen formation
Sex Hormones and variations including SHBG, Testosterone, estradiols, 17OHP, androstenedione and DHEAS
Genetic disorders
Turner syndrome, Klinefelter syndrome, Kallmann syndrome
Polycystic ovarian Syndrome
Epidemiology
Investigations
Diagnostic criteria
Management of associated disorders – hirsutism, oligomennorrhoea and basic fertility treatments.
Medical therapies including metformin, clomiphene, spironolactone. Oral contraceptives and H
Investigation of male and female infertility
Management of the endocrine aspects of male and female infertility
Referral criteria for fertility units
Female hypogonadism
Premature menopause/primary ovarian failure
Menopause
Treatments including Hormone replacement therapy and the OCP
Review of literature relating to HRT and safety
Treatments for associated flushing
Testosterone replacement in postmenopausal females
SERMs
Male hypogonadism
Primary and secondary hypogonadism
Investigations – free testosterone, bioavailable testosterone and total testosterone
Causes including weight-related hypogonadism
Treatments
IM testosterone, testosterone implants, testosterone gels.
Emerging therapies – SARMs
Monitoring testosterone replacement
Treatment and investigation of erectile dysfunction
PDE-5 inhibitors, vacuum pumps and intracavernosal injections.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Directed Study | 40 |
| Seminars | 40 |
| Problem/Challenge-based Learning | 40 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically evaluate the evidence base and design comprehensive strategies for the investigation, diagnosis, and management of patients with endocrine disorders of the gonads. |
| LO2 | Analyse and critique current approaches to the investigation, diagnosis, and management of endocrine-related fertility issues, proposing innovative solutions where appropriate. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Online Assessment | Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1 | Assessment to be completed in a specific timescale, which is neither an invigilated examination nor a piece of coursework. To be completed over an extended period (e.g. a 2-hour task to be completed within 48 hours, or a 24-hour assessment). Learna: End of module 1-hour Case-based Multiple-choice Examination related to Reproductive Endocrinology to be completed within a 10-day period. | 60 | N/A | 30 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Self Reflective Assessment 1 | A personal record of a student’s learning experiences. It requires students to record and reflect upon their observations and responses to situations, which can then be used later to explore and analyse ways of thinking and being in context. Generally involves critical diaries, learning logs and written / visual journals. Learna: Reflective journal. | 0 | 600 | 10 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Project 1 | A detailed analysis of a topic, involving some original research undertaken by the candidate who makes use of data and/or primary sources. Learna: Completion of an individual/group task related to Reproductive Endocrinology. | 0 | 1000 | 20 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Case study 1 | A concentrated inquiry into a single case or subject. Learna: Case-based scenarios and a discussion forum related to Reproductive Endocrinology. | 0 | 2500 | 40 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Self Reflective Assessment 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Project 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Case study 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |