This comprehensive course will give you the fundamental knowledge needed to begin performing cataract surgery by phacoemulsification and extracapsular removal. Each step from preoperative evaluation to postoperative care will be covered to help prepare you for the operating room.
Introduction to Cataract Surgery
4.8
(92 calificaciones)
4,207 ya están inscritos.
ofrecido por
Universidad de Míchigan
Programa - Qué aprenderás en este curso
Semana
13 horas para completar
Unit 1: Prior to the Operating Room
This unit describes what needs to take place prior to getting the patient to the operating room. Although this unit may seem trivial, knowing when to make the decision to do surgery, having a good informed consent discussion, selecting an intraocular lens and anesthetic type are critical to a successful surgery and happy patient.
5 videos (Total 95 minutos), 3 readings, 2 quizzes
5 videos
01.02 - Refractive goals23m
01.03 - How to Choose an Intraocular Lens: Part 113m
01.04 - How to Choose an Intraocular Lens: Part 2 24m
01.05 - Perioperative Medications 15m
3 lecturas
Course Expectations10m
Help us learn more about you!10m
READ: Unit 1 - Prior to the Operating Room10m
2 ejercicios de práctica
PRE-TEST30m
Unit 1 Content Quiz30m
Semana
22 horas para completar
Unit 2: In the Operating Room and Getting to the Cataract
This unit begins in the operating room after the patient is prepped and draped. It covers each step needed for you to access the lens. Once you begin operating, you will realize that each step of surgery has a domino effect. If the beginning steps are not done skillfully, it will make the rest of the case more difficult.
6 videos (Total 84 minutos), 1 reading, 1 quiz
6 videos
02.02 - Anesthesia 18m
02.03 - Wound Construction 12m
02.04 - Viscoelastics 15m
02.05 - Capsulorhexis 17m
02.06 - Hydrodissection and Hydrodelineation 6m
1 lectura
READ: Unit 2 - In the Operating Room and Getting to the Cataract10m
1 ejercicio de práctica
Unit 2 Content Quiz30m
Semana
32 horas para completar
Unit 3: Removing the Cataract and Intraocular Lens Placement
This unit is where all the fun begins. The lectures cover lens and cortex removal. We also discuss intraocular lenses and their insertion into the eye. While lens removal is the most critical step of surgery, it is also where the most serious complications occur, so pay attention!
7 videos (Total 71 minutos), 1 reading, 1 quiz
7 videos
03.02 - Phacoemulsification Techniques: Divide & Conquer and Phaco Chop 14m
03.03 - Irrigation and Aspiration8m
03.04 - IOL Materials and Design 16m
03.05 - Single Piece IOL loading and insertion 3m
03.06 - 3-Piece IOL Loading and Insertion 5m
03.07 - How to Insert an Anterior Chamber Lens Implant 3m
1 lectura
READ: Unit 3 - Removing the Cataract and Intraocular Lens Placement10m
1 ejercicio de práctica
Unit 3 Content Quiz30m
Semana
43 horas para completar
Unit 4: Cataract Complications and Extras
This unit covers some additional tools and strategies you will need to manage complications and difficult cataracts. Just like every person isn’t the same, neither is every cataract. Fortunately, we have many tips and tricks that will help you succeed no matter what type of cataract you tackle.
6 videos (Total 74 minutos), 2 readings, 2 quizzes
6 videos
04.02 - Conversion to Extracapsular Cataract Extraction15m
04.03 - Capsular Tension Rings (13:07)13m
04.04 - Small Pupil (14:00)14m
04.05 - Astigmatism management in Cataract Surgery 7m
04.06 - Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery7m
2 lecturas
READ: Unit 4 - Cataract Complications and Extras10m
Post-course Survey10m
2 ejercicios de práctica
Unit 4 Content Quiz30m
POST-TEST40m
Principales revisiones
This is a great way to learn more about cataract surgery before facing this challenging but rewarding world! A "MUST" for any ophthalmology resident!
Excellent course for introducing to cataract surgery and knowing basic concepts no one can miss before doing it in practice.
Instructor
Elizabeth Du, M.D.
Clinical Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, Kellogg Eye Center
Acerca de Universidad de Míchigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Preguntas Frecuentes
¿Cuándo podré acceder a las lecciones y tareas?
Una vez que te inscribes para obtener un Certificado, tendrás acceso a todos los videos, cuestionarios y tareas de programación (si corresponde). Las tareas calificadas por compañeros solo pueden enviarse y revisarse una vez que haya comenzado tu sesión. Si eliges explorar el curso sin comprarlo, es posible que no puedas acceder a determinadas tareas.
¿Qué recibiré si compro el Certificado?
Cuando compras un Certificado, obtienes acceso a todos los materiales del curso, incluidas las tareas calificadas. Una vez que completes el curso, se añadirá tu Certificado electrónico a la página Logros. Desde allí, puedes imprimir tu Certificado o añadirlo a tu perfil de LinkedIn. Si solo quieres leer y visualizar el contenido del curso, puedes participar del curso como oyente sin costo.
¿Cuál es la política de reembolsos?
¿Hay ayuda económica disponible?
¿Tienes más preguntas? Visita el Centro de Ayuda al Alumno.
Coursera brinda acceso universal a la mejor educación del mundo, al asociarse con las mejores universidades y organizaciones, para ofrecer cursos en línea.
© 2019 Coursera Inc. Todos los derechos reservados.
