Spinal Tumours in Early Life
In this spine surgery lecture, epidemiology and principles of the management of spinal tumours in early life are introduced by world renowned expert Professor David A. Walker.
Lecturer: David Walker, Mr, FRCS
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
Ref.ID: 7_4_walker
DOI: 10.28962/01.3.128
What you will cover in this lecture
The lecture begins with a discussion of the incidence of childhood cancers in general before focusing on spinal tumours. The classification and presentation of tumours of the brain and spinal cord is covered. The lecture moves on to discuss the process of diagnosis which many patients go through and the problems relating to the time from symptom onset to diagnosis. The author then describes work that has been done to improve the symptom interval for patients - called the HEADSMART campaign. Finally, a number of clinical cases are presented and discussed with respect to delays in diagnosis.
Learning Objectives
- To consider the impact of age growth and development upon risk of cancers in early life.
- To consider the impact of multiple delays in management of spinal tumours – who has responsibility?
Target Groups
Lecture Presentation
Spinal Tumours in Early Life
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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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.
