Natural History and Treatment of Ankylosing Spondylitis of the Spine

This spine surgery lecture introduces key information regarding the natural history and treatment of ankylosing spondylitis of the spine.

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Lecturer: Adrian Jones, MD

Includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentation
  • Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
  • Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)

DOI: 10.28962/01.3.151

Ref.ID: 8_9_jones

What you will cover in this lecture

This spine surgery lecture covers the natural history and treatment of ankylosing spondylitis of the spine.
Ankylosing spondylitis has variable rates of progression, both clinically and radiologically.
MRI can detect lesions earlier and more consistently compared to X-rays.
AS has a significant impact in health costs and quality of life.
Options of treatment include conservative treatment, symptomatic management, disease-modifying medication and surgical interventions.

Learning Objectives

  1. To learn about key points of the natural history of Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
  2. To obtain knowledge regarding complications and its impact on the QoL
  3. To learn about the key features of the radiological presentation of AS
  4. To be aware of the treatment principles - surgical and non-surgical

Target Groups

Lecture Presentation

Natural History and Treatment of Ankylosing Spondylitis of the Spine

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.

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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.