Podiatry

Introduction to Infectious Processes of the Foot Epidemiology and pathophysiology of foot infections Clinical diagnosis and therapeutic principles Management of: Abscesses Phlegmons Erysipelas Osteomyelitis Infectious gangrene Onychogryphosis Physiology of Tissue Repair Mechanisms of tissue repair and wound healing Classification of acute and chronic lesions Clinical assessment and management of patients with cutaneous ulcers Principles of advanced wound dressings Debridement techniques (surgical, mechanical, enzymatic, autolytic)

The course requires basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the foot and lower limb, as well as microbiology and general pathology, which are considered essential for understanding infectious processes and tissue healing dynamics. A preliminary background in hygiene principles, basic pharmacology, and fundamental clinical semiotics is also recommended.

Slides Selected book chapters will be recommended during the lectures.

The course will be delivered through frontal lectures supported by multimedia presentations and dedicated teaching materials. Clinical cases and examples of surgical images/videos will be presented to strengthen the connection between theoretical knowledge and professional practice. Student participation will be encouraged through guided discussion.

Compulsory in presence of at least 75% of lectures.

Oral examination, aimed at assessing theoretical knowledge and its application through the discussion of clinical cases relevant to the course.

Bibliography will be provided during each lecture.

The course will be delivered through frontal lectures supported by multimedia presentations and dedicated teaching materials. Clinical cases and examples of surgical images/videos will be presented to strengthen the connection between theoretical knowledge and professional practice. Student participation will be encouraged through guided discussion.