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University of Melbourne

  • 37% international / 63% domestic

Short course: Temporal Bone Dissection

  • Non-Award

The course provides a step-wise learning process for temporal bone dissection, starting with 2D illustrations and progressing to virtual dissection. It includes theoretical knowledge, simulator training, and practical exercises to understand surgical anatomy and techniques.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Duration
20 - 20 years full-time
Study Mode
Online

About this course

Overview

The objective of this course is to offer a step-wise learning process starting with 2D illustrations, followed by a progressive introduction to the third dimension, to finally achieving a virtual dissection of the temporal bone.

Before drilling the temporal bone to expose the middle ear structures, an excellent understanding of the locations and spatial relationships of key anatomical structures is needed.

Thorough knowledge of the procedure is important, along with an understanding of basic concepts in temporal bone surgery. Illustrations, photos and videos can be used as initial learning tools. The course additionally includes two optional units- a simulated spatial view of the operating space and knowledge transfer to a physical medium, through the dissection of artificial temporal bones.

The course consists of the following units:

  • Anatomical and Surgical Guide for Transmastoid Approach
  • User Guide for the University of Melbourne Virtual Reality Temporal Bone Surgery Simulator
  • PHACON artificial temporal bone simulation

Online learning will be included for all three units, however the two simulation units will have additional content related to how to perform the simulation exercises.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

Overview

The objective of this course is to offer a step-wise learning process starting with 2D illustrations, followed by a progressive introduction to the third dimension, to finally achieving a virtual dissection of the temporal bone.

Before drilling the temporal bone to expose the middle ear structures, an excellent understanding of the locations and spatial relationships of key anatomical structures is needed.

Thorough knowledge of the procedure is important, along with an understanding of basic concepts in temporal bone surgery. Illustrations, photos and videos can be used as initial learning tools. The course additionally includes two optional units- a simulated spatial view of the operating space and knowledge transfer to a physical medium, through the dissection of artificial temporal bones.

Learning Outcomes

The course provides theoretical knowledge, instructional videos and integrates two simulator training programs on how to perform temporal bone dissection. After completing the course, the student will be able to:

  1. Understand the basic surgical anatomy of the temporal bone
  2. Identify the landmarks and relationships between key anatomical structures in the space that guides a surgeon in performing temporal bone surgery
  3. Learn to drill and expose the middle ear structures through a step-by-step surgical approach
  4. Learn specific surgical tips to improve surgical dissection and help minimise complications

Course structure

Course Content
  • Anatomical and surgical guide for transmastoid approach, including knowledge to guide the student in a step-by-step manner on how to perform a standard operation and understand the surgical anatomy.
  • Knowledge to understand difficult cases and strategies for success.
  • Reinforcement through case studies on a range of surgical presentations (8 cases).
Virtual Reality Temporal Bone Surgery Simulator
  • Knowledge on how to use the simulator and the objectives of the simulator learning.
  • Reflective logbook on the simulator exercises with teacher feedback.
PHACON Artificial Bones Simulator
  • Knowledge on how to use the artificial bones and the objectives of artificial bone dissection.
  • Verification - upload photos of dissection for teacher feedback and evaluation.
  • Dissection practice in own time and location.