General Surgery

Course Overview:
The General Surgery course provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles, techniques, and management of surgical conditions. It emphasizes preoperative evaluation, operative procedures, postoperative care, and complication management.

Designed for medical and paramedical students, this course integrates anatomy, physiology, and pathology with practical surgical knowledge. Learners will gain skills to assess surgical patients, make evidence-based decisions, and understand modern surgical approaches.

Key Topics Covered:

Basic Surgical Principles:

• Surgical Anatomy and Physiology

• Asepsis, Sterilization, and Infection Control

• Wound Healing, Sutures, and Dressing Techniques

• Shock, Hemorrhage, and Fluid Management

• Preoperative and Postoperative Care

Gastrointestinal Surgery:

• Appendicitis, Hernias, and Intestinal Obstruction

• Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Disorders

• Liver and Pancreatic Surgery Principles

Endocrine Surgery:

• Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Adrenal Disorders

• Management of Endocrine Tumors

Breast and Soft Tissue Surgery:

• Benign and Malignant Breast Disorders

• Lipomas, Abscesses, and Soft Tissue Tumors

Urology and Genitourinary Surgery:

• Kidney, Bladder, and Prostate Disorders

• Urinary Tract Obstruction and Trauma

Trauma and Emergency Surgery:

• Management of Blunt and Penetrating Injuries

• Burns, Crush Injuries, and Surgical Emergencies

Oncologic Surgery:

• Principles of Cancer Surgery

• Preoperative Staging and Postoperative Care

Minimally Invasive and Modern Surgical Techniques:

• Laparoscopy and Endoscopic Surgery

• Recent Advances in Surgical Technology

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

• Perform preoperative assessment and postoperative monitoring of surgical patients.

• Recognize and manage common surgical emergencies.

• Understand the principles and indications of major surgical procedures.

• Apply knowledge of wound care, suturing, and infection prevention.

• Integrate clinical findings with diagnostic investigations for surgical decision-making.

Who Should Enroll:

• MBBS, BDS, Nursing, and Paramedical Students

• TNPSC Medical, NEET PG, and INICET Aspirants

• Surgical Residents and General Practitioners

• Anyone interested in surgical care and patient management

Course Features:

• Video Lectures with Clinical and Operative Demonstrations

• Surgical Notes, Flowcharts, and Mnemonics

• Case-based Learning and MCQs

• Self-assessment Quizzes and Interactive Scenarios

• Certificate of Completion