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Módulo 1: Aspectos generales y epidemiología

Bienvenido al primer módulo del curso “Tratando los síntomas urinarios por crecimiento prostático benigno”. El curso está dividido en cuatro módulos. Este primero es introductorio, con el fin de generar las bases necesarias para avanzar en la comprensión de los módulos siguientes. En este módulo veremos algunos aspectos generales como definiciones y datos que nos permitirá tener una compresión de la importancia de esta enfermedad. Para terminar, ahondaremos en aquellas características o circunstancias asociadas con la probabilidad de desarrollar esta condición, conocido como factor de riesgo.

Módulo 2: Etiología y fisiopatología

Bienvenido al segundo módulo del curso “Tratando los síntomas por crecimiento prostático benigno”. En este módulo presentaremos las bases para entender el acto miccional en el ser humano, adicionalmente veremos por qué ocurren los síntomas por crecimiento prostático y cómo afectan el acto miccional. Tendremos tres lecciones en las que abordaremos las bases fisiológicas que nos permiten entender cómo funciona el tracto urinario en condiciones normales, así como poder entender todos aquellos cambios a nivel de la dinámica de la evacuación de la orina asociados al crecimiento prostático, pero también a eventos concomitantes como el envejecimiento en el ser humano y la aparición de comorbilidades. Te invitamos a consultar todos los recursos para entender cómo ocurre este proceso.

Módulo 3: Diagnóstico

Bienvenido al tercer módulo del curso “Tratando los síntomas por crecimiento prostático benigno”, en donde veremos los métodos diagnósticos para síntomas del tracto urinario inferior relacionados con crecimiento prostático. Abarcaremos desde ayudas diagnósticas no invasivas hasta métodos avanzados, reconociendo los estudios más útiles, sus indicaciones y su interpretación en el contexto de los síntomas que el paciente manifiesta. Al finalizar el estudio de este módulo habrás mejorado tu capacidad de hacer una aproximación diagnóstica basada en la mejor evidencia disponible. Que lo disfruten.

Módulo 4: Tratamiento

Bienvenido al cuarto y último módulo del curso “Tratando los síntomas por crecimiento prostático benigno”. En este módulo conocerás todas las alternativas de tratamiento que existen, desde medidas conservadoras que son importantes no solo para la mejoría de estos síntomas sino para la salud en general, pasando por tratamientos farmacológicos distintos con indicaciones específicas, terapias de mínima invasión con resultados a corto plazo muy prometedores, hasta tratamientos quirúrgicos definitivos, así como los posibles efectos adversos de cada una de estas modalidades. Es decir, involucra todo lo que usted necesita saber para eventualmente hacer una recomendación a sus pacientes.

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Desarrolla conocimientos y habilidades básicas para el tratamiento de síntomas urinarios en HPB

Profundiza en la fisiopatología y etiología de los síntomas urinarios por HPB

Proporciona una comprensión integral de los métodos de diagnóstico para los síntomas urinarios por HPB

Capacita en las diferentes opciones de tratamiento para los síntomas urinarios por HPB, desde medidas conservadoras hasta quirúrgicas

Puede resultar beneficioso para estudiantes de medicina, personal de enfermería y profesionales de la salud interesados en la urología

Impartido por instructores con experiencia en el campo de la urología

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Learners who complete Tratando los síntomas urinarios por HPB will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Nephrologist

Nephrologists are medical doctors who specialize in treating conditions of the kidneys. Since benign prostatic hyperplasia can affect the kidneys, this course may be helpful for those wanting to go into Nephrology. This course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Nephrologists better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Urologist

Urologists are medical doctors who specialize in treating conditions of the urinary tract. Benign prostatic hyperplasia affects the urinary tract, so this course may be helpful for those wanting to go into Urology. This course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Urologists better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Physician Assistant

Physician Assistants are medical professionals who work under the supervision of a physician. They provide a variety of services to patients, including diagnosing and treating illnesses. This course may be helpful for Physician Assistants who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Physician Assistants better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurses provide care to patients in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. This course may be helpful for Licensed Practical Nurses who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Licensed Practical Nurses better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Registered Nurse

Registered Nurses provide care to patients in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. This course may be helpful for Registered Nurses who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Registered Nurses better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technicians perform a variety of tests on patient samples, such as blood, urine, and tissue. This course may be helpful for Medical Laboratory Technicians who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Medical Laboratory Technicians better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Radiologist

Radiologists are medical doctors who specialize in using imaging techniques to diagnose and treat diseases. This course may be helpful for Radiologists who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Radiologists better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Pharmacist

Pharmacists are responsible for dispensing medications to patients. This course may be helpful for Pharmacists who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Pharmacists better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Case Manager

Case Managers coordinate care for patients with complex medical needs. This course may be helpful for Case Managers who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Case Managers better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Social Worker

Social Workers provide support to individuals and families who are facing challenges. This course may be helpful for Social Workers who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Social Workers better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Health Educator

Health Educators promote health and well-being in communities. This course may be helpful for Health Educators who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Health Educators better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Rehabilitation Counselor

Rehabilitation Counselors help people with disabilities live independently. This course may be helpful for Rehabilitation Counselors who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Rehabilitation Counselors better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Physical Therapist

Physical Therapists help people improve their mobility and function. This course may be helpful for Physical Therapists who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Physical Therapists better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapists help people regain or improve their ability to perform daily tasks. This course may be helpful for Occupational Therapists who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Occupational Therapists better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologists help people communicate and swallow. This course may be helpful for Speech-Language Pathologists who work with patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. The course will provide a foundation in the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This will help Speech-Language Pathologists better understand the condition and provide the best possible care for their patients.

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