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Module Title Surgical Device Technology
Module Code MM499
School School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

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Module Co-ordinatorDr Caitriona LallyOffice NumberS386
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

 To provide the students with an in-depth knowledge of the design, performance characteristics and manufacturing process characteristics of various medical devices  To expose students to real world problems associated with the use of a range of current surgical devices.  To provide the students with a knowledge of a variety of surgical techniques, the range of surgical tools available and the design issues associated with those tools.  To expose students to real world problems associated with the use of a range of current surgical devices.  To provide the students with clinical experience and the ability to engage and communicate effectively with clinicians to solve design problems.  To engender in the students an awareness of the constraints within the environment of medical practitioners and the ethical implications of their work.

Learning Outcomes

1.  Describe in detail a number of common surgical procedures using the appropriate medical terminology. (POa, POe, POf, POg)
2.  State (i) the Bioheat Equation, (ii) Heat diffusion/conduction equation, (iii) Surface heat convection equation, (iv) Heat radiation equation (PO1)
3.  State (i) the Bioheat Equation, (ii) Heat diffusion/conduction equation, (iii) Surface heat convection equation, (iv) Heat radiation equation (PO1)
4.  List factors affecting heat generation and tissue necrosis during various ablation techniques used in minimally invasive surgery, i.e. laser, radio frequency, microwave, ultrasound and chemical ablation. Describe briefly the theory behind each surgical technique. (PO1,PO2)
5.  Formulate analytical equations to estimate the heat generated in tissue by a variety of minimally invasive techniques and solve analytical problems.
6.  Outline the key design and operational mechanisms of a range of open surgical devices, endoscopic and laparoscopic surgical devices. Explain the optimisation techniques used when designing laparoscopic instruments
7.  Carry out a brief design synthesis of a surgical device
8.  Write and present a well organised project report



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture24No Description
Tutorial12No Description
Seminars4Invited talks
Independent Study52No Description
Clinical placement3Clinical Visits
Group work30No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Energy Transfer and Electrosurgical Instruments

Hemostasis, Coagulation and Cautery, Cutting Instruments, Mechanisms of therapeutic effect, Modes of Operation

Electrosurgical current waveforms and generators

RF Ablation, Laser Ablation, Ultrasound ablation, Cryoablation, Microwave ablation

Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques including minimally invasive cardiovascular surgery and ophthalmic surgery

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment30% Examination Weight70%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

  • Zenios, Makower & Yock: 2010, Biodesign: The process of Innovating Medical Technologies, Cambridge University Press, 0 5215 1742 7
  • J.G. Webster: 2001, Minimally Invasive Medical Technology, Institute of Physics Publishing, Bristol and Philadelphia, 0750307331
  • A. Faraz, S. Payandeh: 2000, 2. Engineering Approaches to the Mechanical and Robotic Design for Minimally Invasive Surgeries, Kluwer Academic Publishers, 0 7923 7792 3
  • A.M. Cook, J.G. Webster: 1982, 3. Therapeutic Medical Devices, Application and Design, 0 13 914 796
Other Resources

None
Programme or List of Programmes
BMEDB.Eng. in Biomedical Engineering
BMEDIB.Eng. in Biomedical Engineering
BMEDTBSc in Biomedical Technology
ECSAOStudy Abroad (Engineering & Computing)
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