ENT

Course Overview:
The Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) course provides a detailed study of the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck. It focuses on understanding common and complex ENT disorders, their clinical presentation, diagnostic methods, and management.

This course helps medical and paramedical students develop essential clinical skills — from otoscopic and nasal examinations to interpreting audiometry and radiology findings — along with an evidence-based approach to treatment and surgery.

Key Topics Covered:

Ear (Otology):

• Anatomy and Physiology of the Ear

• Hearing and Balance Mechanisms

• Ear Infections: Otitis Media and Externa

• Hearing Loss: Conductive and Sensorineural

• Tinnitus and Vertigo

• Otosclerosis and Cholesteatoma

• Audiology and Hearing Tests

Nose (Rhinology):

• Anatomy and Physiology of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses

• Rhinitis, Sinusitis, and Nasal Polyps

• Deviated Nasal Septum and Epistaxis (Nosebleed)

• Allergic Disorders and Fungal Infections

• Smell Disorders and Nasal Tumors

Throat (Laryngology and Pharyngology):

• Anatomy of the Pharynx and Larynx

• Tonsillitis, Pharyngitis, and Sleep Apnea

• Hoarseness, Vocal Cord Paralysis, and Laryngeal Tumors

• Airway Obstruction and Tracheostomy

• Swallowing Disorders and Speech Pathology

Head and Neck:

• Salivary Gland Disorders

• Neck Masses and Lymph Node Diseases

• Thyroid Enlargement and ENT Emergencies

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Identify common ENT conditions and their underlying causes.

• Perform basic ENT examinations and interpret clinical findings.

• Understand diagnostic tools like endoscopy, audiometry, and imaging.

• Recommend appropriate medical or surgical management for ENT disorders.

• Correlate ENT anatomy with clinical and surgical relevance.

Who Should Enroll:

• MBBS, BDS, Nursing, and Paramedical Students

• TNPSC Medical, NEET PG, and INICET Aspirants

• General Practitioners and ENT Residents

• Anyone interested in ENT-related clinical knowledge

Course Features:

• System-wise Video Lectures and Demonstrations

• Clinical Case Discussions and Diagnostic Images

• Self-assessment Quizzes and MCQs

• Lecture Notes and Surgical Overviews

• Certificate of Completion