Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Natural History and Risk Factors
This spine surgery lecture is about the epidemiology of degenerative disc disease, and also covers pathogenesis, risk factors and natural history of radiculopathy and myelopathy due to discal herniations.
Lecturer: Gustavo Zanoli, MD, PhD
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
Ref.ID: 3_1_zanoli
DOI: 10.28962/01.3.040
What you will cover in this lecture
In this spine surgery lecture, the epidemiology of degenerative disc disease is described with reference to relevant published data in the western world.
The associated risk factors, especially smoking, obesity and ageing, are covered.
The role of genetics in the development of degenerative disorders is studied in detail.
The pathomechanics involved in the development of symptomatology are described in an easily understandable manner.
Special emphasis is made on the explanation of natural history of resolution so the surgeon can consider appropriately any intervention in this context.
Learning Objectives
- History (very instructive)
- Epidemiology (mainly western countries)
- Pathogenesic hypotheses
- Common risk factors
- Natural history
Target Groups
Lecture Presentation
Epidemiology of Degenerative Disc Disease - Pathogenesis, Natural History and Risk Factors
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is an eccElearning Lecture like?
A: Each Lecture includes the Lecture Presentation, Additional Learning Resources, Pre-Learning Quiz and Lecture Assessment.
Each Spine Surgery Lecture is viewed online in video format and lasts from 20-45 minutes. The Lectures contain relevant additional learning resources (book chapters, research papers, surgical videos, master lecture videos, case reports, review articles, etc.), which are presented in context and viewable immediately for your convenience.
Q: How much time will a Lecture take?
A: Lecture presentations typically take 20-45 minutes to run. However, candidates are required to review the compulsory and recommended additional learning resources contained within the Lecture. The time taken to view the Lecture and review the additional resources is in the range 3-4 hours per Lecture.
Q: What payment methods are accepted?
A: All major credit and debit cards.
Q: What do I do if I fail a Lecture Assessment?
A: You are permitted to retake a Lecture Assessment up to two times. The Lecture Assessment will be made available to you again 14 days after a failed attempt. If you’ve failed the Lecture Assessment three times, please get in contact with us to discuss your options.
Q: What courses does eccElearning provide?
A: We have the Diploma in Spine Surgery with Modules individually purchasable, lecture bundles, an Endoscopic Spine Surgery Programme, a Residents' Spine Programme, and Spine Surgery Specialist Certificates in Radiology and Physiotherapy.
