The Lymphatic System and Lymphoedema: The Essentials
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Strengthen your clinical practice with lymphatic insights
Dive into the complexities of the lymphatic system to transform your medical practice with City St George’s, University of London.
Enrol in this online short course to gain critical insights into this vital yet often overlooked area, empowering you with the knowledge to significantly enhance patient outcomes.
Prepare to rethink your approach with expert instruction.
Deepen your grasp of lymphatic anatomy and physiology
On this three-week course, you’ll explore the fundamental structures and functions within the lymphatic system.
Through the use of clinical cases, this online short course offers a solid foundation, revealing the pathways that balance fluids and strengthen immune defences.
This understanding is crucial for comprehending the system’s role in health and disease.
Explore genetic influences on lymphatic development
You’ll uncover the genetic foundations of lymphatic development, examining the genes and pathways that dictate its formation and function.
With newfound expertise, you’ll elevate your clinical skills and transform healthcare. Whether advancing your credentials or bridging educational gaps, this programme enhances your practice and patient care, providing a forward-thinking perspective for tomorrow’s medicine.
This course is crafted for healthcare professionals, including clinical doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, aiming to enhance their expertise in lymphatic science. Ideal for those pursuing CPD or advancing their career in medicine and healthcare.
This course is crafted for healthcare professionals, including clinical doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, aiming to enhance their expertise in lymphatic science. Ideal for those pursuing CPD or advancing their career in medicine and healthcare.
- Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system.
- Summarise the important role the lymphatic system plays in preservation of fluid balance and host defence.
- Explore the health implications of developing secondary lymphoedema.
- Identify primary lymphoedema as a cause of lower limb swelling, and understand how to investigate with imaging and genetic testing.