Description: Module: Systemic Physiology and Pathology. ASSIGNMENT#: Essay; A Case study on marfan syndrome DATE FOR SUBMISSION: 20 / 1 / 08 This assignment covers the following Learning Outcomes for this module: Discuss the functions of the body systems associated with the disease and their role in the growth and development of the normal subject Demonstrate critical understanding of the physiological basis and relevance of data obtained by laboratory investigations. Show advance knowledge of main diseases that affect each system and the clinical signs and symptoms associated with them. Demonstrate critical evaluation and understanding of the basic pathological changes associated with disease and the relevance of the data obtained from laboratory investigations in the diagnosis and treatment. Achieve M level learning outcome of knowledge, understanding, analysis, evaluation, psychomotor skills and communications Tasks Write a 2000 word essay on a clinical case presentation on marfan syndrome. Notes for Guidance: · Explain the physiological role of the system involved and its contribution to in the normal development of the body · Discuss the clinical presentation of a systemic pathological condition Arrive at a differential diagnosis for the condition Discuss the possible medical investigations and laboratory tests that can be utilized to arrive at a definitive diagnosis and the scientific basis for these investigations. describe the aetiology, systemic pathogenesis, classic presentation and prognosis of the disease discuss possible treatment modalities for the disease. There is a word limit of 2000 words. The essay should be typed and double spaced. Figures and tables (appropriately annotated) should be included and shall not count in the word limit. Appropriate references (at least 10 from primary sources i.e. books) should be cited in the text and listed in the bibliography. Spelling and grammar should be checked. Marking Criteria Characteristics Evidence Tutor Comments Use a range of methods and techniques to collect, analyse and process information/data. Apply and analyse detailed knowledge and skills, using relevant theories and techniques. Coherently presented and communicate work using technical language accurately. Check validity and current relevance when collecting, analysing and processing complex information/data. Present and evaluate and current modalities of management and techniques to generate and justify valid conclusions. Relevant information extracted from a range of sources (internet, text books) and used in assignment (Evidence from Bibliography). Information rationalised into a concise form. Logical arguments and deductions. without errors/omissions. Scientifically presented essay. Appropriate diagrams with annotation used. Full unambiguous descriptions. Few errors/omissions. Detailed critical discussion. Evidence of extensive reading, with citations included. Evaluation of the limitations Possible alternatives approaches considered with a critical evaluation of published literature.