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Advanced Valve and Aortic Pathology (MEDI90057)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Online

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Overview

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Semester 1 - Online
Semester 2 - Online
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This subject will provide advanced knowledge called valvular and aortic pathology and echocardiography assessment

Topics include:

  • Mitral Regurgitation
  • Perioperative Assessment of Mitral Valve Regurgitation
  • Mitral stenosis
  • Aortic Stenosis
  • Aortic Regurgitation
  • The Tricuspid Valve
  • Aortic Disease
  • Prosthetic Valve Assessment
  • The Pulmonary Valve and Miscellaneous Conditions
  • Miscellaneous Congenital Cardiac Disorders

Intended learning outcomes

The completion of the subject, students should:



  • Assess mitral regurgitation and stenosis
  • Assess aortic regurgitation and stenosis
  • Assess tricuspid and pulmonary valve pathology
  • Understand aortic disease
  • Understand prosthetic valve assessment
  • Understand basic congenital cardiac disorders
  • Complete 20 case reviews

Generic skills

  • Enhance time utilisation
  • Improve written skills and problem solving skill

All students are expected to have access to a computer that can operate a Windows platform or simulation.

Last updated: 3 November 2022