Greek and English (in case of participation of foreign students)

Exploration of Radiation Oncology topics, including discussion of representative patient cases.

Students participate in the Radiotherapy Laboratory and analyze clinical cases in digital format using specialized software. Powerpoint

MANDATORY ATTENDANCES -LECTURES:

During the laboratory component of the course

Power point

Internet-based search for academic sources and publications

Oral examinations
• Evaluation of student participation in the Radiotherapy Laboratory
• The general assessment criteria are explained during the introductory lecture.

The general aim of the course is to introduce students to the principles of Radiation Oncology. Furthermore, the course seeks to provide students with the fundamental elements of therapeutic applications in Oncology and Radiotherapy through a “hands-on” educational approach.

The specific objectives of the course are detailed in the following intended learning outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• Understand the basic principles of Radiotherapy.
• Be familiar with the main therapeutic applications of Radiation Oncology.
• Distinguish the administration of therapeutic radiation doses for different tumors/cancers and the protection of adjacent healthy tissues.
• Apply radiotherapy planning in clinical practice.
• Analyze potential side effects arising from radiotherapy in comparison to those caused by other antineoplastic treatments (Surgery, Chemotherapy, Hormonal therapy, Immunotherapy, Targeted therapeutic agents).
• Collaborate with fellow students to research and analyze the international literature

General Abilities

• Search, analysis and synthesis of data and information, using the necessary technology
• Working in an international environment
• Working in an interdisciplinary environment

Section 1. General Principles of Oncology (2 hours)
Section 2. General Principles of Radiotherapy (4 hours)
Section 3. Clinical Radiotherapy (4 hours)
Section 4. Radiotherapy in Breast Cancer (2 hours)
Section 5. Radiotherapy in Prostate Cancer (2 hours)
Section 6. Radiotherapy in Lung Cancer (2 hours)
Section 7. Radiotherapy in Colorectal Cancer (2 hours)
Section 8. Radiotherapy in Stomach Cancer (2 hours)
Section 9. Radiotherapy in Pancreatic Cancer (2 hours)
Section 10. Radiotherapy in Head and Neck Cancer (2 hours)
Section 11. Radiotherapy in Skin Cancer (2 hours)
Section 12. Radiotherapy in Central Nervous System (CNS) Cancer (2 hours)

Students are provided with electronic teaching materials and PowerPoint files.

ADDITIONAL BIBLIOGRAPHY

1. Principles of Radiation Oncology (2nd Edition – 2013)
   Type: Textbook – Authors: Zampatis Ch., Zygogianni A., Kouloulias V., Kyrgias G., et al.
   Publisher: University Studio Press
2. Principles of Radiobiology and Radiotherapy (2006)
   Type: Textbook – Author: Tsekeris P.
   Publisher: Ephyra AE Bookstores – Publishers
3. Perez & Brady’s Principles and Practice of Radiation Oncology (7th Edition)
   Authors: Edward C. Halperin, David E. Wazer, Carlos A. Perez, Luther W. Brady
   Publisher: Wolters Kluwer, 2018
4. Clinical Radiation Oncology: Indications, Techniques and Results (3rd Edition)
   Authors: I. Fogelman, S.E.M. Clarke, G. Cook, G. Gnanasegaran
   Publisher: Wiley Blackwell, 2017