Introduction to the Program

Una Postgraduate diploma flexible que da respuesta a las necesidades reales de actualización de las matronas en Patologías Médicas durante la Gestació”

La extensa literatura científica sobre patologías y tratamientos de la mujer embarazada permite obtener una información tremendamente relevante para las profesionales matronas que en su día a día se encuentras con pacientes que presentan una variedad de afecciones. En ocasiones, dichas enfermedades requieren de un control durante todo el proceso sin revertir gravedad; sin embargo, existen casos clínicos que requieren de un diagnóstico y terapéutica precisa que no comprometan ni la salud de la madre ni del feto. 

Los avances alcanzados en este campo hacen necesaria la actualización por parte de los sanitarios. Es por eso por lo que TECH ha reunido en esta Postgraduate diploma a un equipo de profesionales con amplia experiencia Obstetricia, que aportarán el conocimiento más avanzado y actual sobre Patologías Médicas durante la Gestación. 

Se trata de un programa de 6 meses de duración, donde el egresado podrá obtener una puesta al día sobre las particularidades de las patologías digestivas, musculoesqueléticas, neurológicas, dermatológicas que presenta la mujer durante el proceso gestacional. Asimismo, para obtener una actualización mucho más dinámica, el alumnado contará con videorresúmenes de cada tema, vídeos en detalle y lecturas especializadas, con las que podrá ampliar información. En este sentido, TECH ha seleccionado a dos reconocidos Directores Invitados Internacionales, con una destacada trayectoria en el ámbito de la Obstetricia. Estos expertos impartirán una serie de Masterclasses para profundizar en las labores de las matronas. 

De esta manera, los estudiantes estarán al tanto de los últimos procedimientos en pacientes con trasplante renal o que presentan enfermedades tropicales y subtropicales como el Zika, el Ébola o Chagas. TECH proporciona un Postgraduate diploma de 450 horas lectivas del conocimiento más avanzado de las Principales Patologías Médicas durante la Gestación. Particularidades, diagnóstico y tratamiento para Matronas. Todo, en un formato flexible, que permite acceder al temario cuando y donde desee a través de un móvil, Tablet u ordenador con conexión a internet. 

Aprovecha la oportunidad única de aprender con dos prestigiosos Directores Invitados Internacionales, que cuentan con una larga trayectoria en el campo de la Obstetricia”

Esta Postgraduate diploma en Main Medical Pathologies During Pregnancy: Characteristics, Diagnosis and Treatment for Midwives contiene el programa científico más completo y actualizado del mercado. Sus características más destacadas son:

  • El desarrollo de casos prácticos presentados por expertos en Obstetricia
  • Los contenidos gráficos, esquemáticos y eminentemente prácticos con los que está concebido recogen una información científica y práctica sobre aquellas disciplinas indispensables para el ejercicio profesional
  • Los ejercicios prácticos donde realizar el proceso de autoevaluación para mejorar el aprendizaje
  • Su especial hincapié en metodologías innovadoras
  • Las lecciones teóricas, preguntas al experto, foros de discusión de temas controvertidos y trabajos de reflexión individual
  • La disponibilidad de acceso a los contenidos desde cualquier dispositivo fijo o portátil con conexión a internet

Estás ante 450 horas lectivas de información rigurosa y reciente sobre el diagnóstico y tratamiento de las patologías más frecuentes en mujeres embarazadas”

El programa incluye en su cuadro docente a profesionales del sector que vierten en esta capacitación la experiencia de su trabajo, además de reconocidos especialistas de sociedades de referencia y universidades de prestigio.

Su contenido multimedia, elaborado con la última tecnología educativa, permitirá al profesional un aprendizaje situado y contextual, es decir, un entorno simulado que proporcionará una capacitación inmersiva programada para entrenarse ante situaciones reales.

El diseño de este programa se centra en el Aprendizaje Basado en Problemas, mediante el cual el profesional deberá tratar de resolver las distintas situaciones de práctica profesional que se le planteen a lo largo del curso académico. Para ello, contará con la ayuda de un novedoso sistema de vídeo interactivo realizado por reconocidos expertos.

Ahonda en los avances obtenidos en el tratamiento de mujeres con epilepsia durante el embarazo"

Gracias al sistema Relearning disminuirás las largas horas de estudio y memorización"

Syllabus

The contents of this Postgraduate Diploma have been developed by the different experts of this Postgraduate Certificate with a clear purpose: to ensure that our students acquire each and every one of the necessary skills to become true experts in this field. 
A complete and well-structured program that will take you to the highest standards of quality and success. 

A comprehensive teaching program, structured in well-developed teaching units, oriented towards learning that is compatible with your personal and professional life"

Module 1. Pregnant Woman with Pathology derived from the Digestive System

1.1. Neurovegetative Disorders

1.1.1. Appetite Disorders
1.1.2. Hypersalivation
1.1.3. Nausea and Vomiting (hyperemesis gravidarum will be described in a separate chapter due to its importance and incidence in pregnancy)

1.2. Hyperemesis Gravidarum

1.2.1. Concept
1.2.2. Etiopathogenesis
1.2.3. Clinical Manifestations
1.2.4. Diagnosis
1.2.5. Treatment and Care

1.3. Mouth Disorders

1.3.1. Cavities During Pregnancy
1.3.2. Epulis Gravidarum
1.3.3. Gingivitis
1.3.4. Perimylolysis
1.3.5. Xerostomia

1.4. Pyrosis and Peptic Ulcers in Pregnant Women

1.4.1. Concept
1.4.2. Effect of Pregnancy on Heartburn and Peptic Ulcers
1.4.3. Treatment and Hygienic Precautions

1.5. Constipation in Pregnancy

1.5.1. Definition: ROMA criteria
1.5.2. Etiology
1.5.3. Diagnosis
1.5.4. Treatment

1.5.4.1. Non-Pharmacological Treatment
1.5.4.2. Pharmacological Treatment

1.6. Inflammatory Bowel Disease

1.6.1. Crohn's Disease

1.6.1.1. Preconception Counseling
1.6.1.2. Impact of Gestation on the Disease
1.6.1.3. Diagnosis during Pregnancy
1.6.1.4. Treatment

1.6.2. Ulcerative Colitis

1.6.2.1. Preconception Counseling
1.6.2.2. Impact of Gestation on the Disease
1.6.2.3. Diagnosis during Pregnancy
1.6.2.4. Treatment

1.7. Appendicitis and Intestinal Obstruction

1.7.1. Acute Appendicitis

1.7.1.1. Concept
1.7.1.2. Special Diagnostic Considerations in Pregnancy
1.7.1.3. Treatment

1.7.2. Intestinal Obstruction

1.7.2.1. Concept
1.7.2.2. Special Diagnostic Considerations in Pregnancy
1.7.2.3. Treatment

1.8. Gallbladder and Liver Pathology: (intrahepatic cholestasis in pregnancy and chronic viral hepatitis are treated in a separate chapter due to their importance in pregnancy)

1.8.1. Cholecystitis

1.8.1.1. Special Considerations and Management in Gestation

1.8.2. Cholelithiasis

1.8.2.1. Special Considerations and Management in Gestation

1.8.3. Fatty Liver or Acute Hepatic Degeneration

1.8.3.1. Definition and Etiology
1.8.3.2. Clinical Presentation
1.8.3.3. Diagnosis
1.8.3.4. Treatment

1.9. Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy

1.9.1. Concept
1.9.2. Clinical Presentation
1.9.3. Diagnosis
1.9.4. Treatment
1.9.5. Fetal Impact and Prognosis

1.10. Chronic viral hepatitis and Gestation

1.10.1. Hepatitis B

1.10.1.1. Epidemiology
1.10.1.2. Diagnosis and Screening
1.10.1.3. Clinical Management
1.10.1.4. Delivery of an HIV-positive Woman
1.10.1.5. Neonatal Care and Vertical Infection

1.10.2. Hepatitis C

1.10.2.1. Epidemiology
1.10.2.2. Diagnosis and Screening
1.10.2.3. Clinical Management
1.10.2.4. Delivery of an HIV-positive Woman
1.10.2.5. Neonatal Care and Vertical Infection

1.11. Pancreas

1.11.1. Acute Pancreatitis in Pregnancy

1.11.1.1. Definition and Risk Factors
1.11.1.2. Clinical Presentation
1.11.1.3. Treatment

Module 2. Pregnant with neurological, musculoskeletal, dermatological and autoimmune problems

2.1. Epilepsy

2.1.1. Management and Treatment Compatible with Gestation: Preconception Counseling
2.1.2. Effects of Epilepsy on Pregnancy
2.1.3. Effects of Pregnancy on Epilepsy
2.1.4. Crisis Management during Childbirth
2.1.5. Newborns of Epileptic Mothers: Malformations and Congenital Anomalies

2.2. Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

2.2.1. Effects of MS on Pregnancy
2.2.2. Effects of Pregnancy on MS
2.2.3. Clinical Management during Gestation and Pharmacotherapy
2.2.4. Clinical Management during Labor
2.2.5. The Postpartum Period in Women with Multiple Sclerosis

2.3. Peripheral Neuropathies

2.3.1. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
2.3.2. Radiculopathies: Lumbalgias and Sciatalgias
2.3.3. Herniated Disc
2.3.4. Bell's Palsy
2.3.5. Meralgia Paresthetica
2.3.6. Cyphoscoliosis

2.4. Spinal Cord Injuries

2.4.1. Clinical Management of Women with a Spinal Cord Injury during Pregnancy
2.4.2. Clinical Management during Labor. Epidural Analgesia
2.4.3. Specific Considerations during the Postpartum Period

2.5. Other Neurological Pathologies present during Gestation

2.5.1. Migraine and headaches
2.5.2. Guillén-Barré syndrome
2.5.3. Myasthenia Gravis
2.5.4. Cerebrovascular diseases
2.5.5. Brain Neoplasms

2.6. Dermatological Problems during Pregnancy

2.6.1. Dermatological Changes during Pregnancy

2.6.1.1. Stretch Marks
2.6.1.2. Hyperpigmentation of Pregnancy: Melasma Gravidarum and Nevus

2.6.2. Vascular Changes

2.6.2.1. Spider Veins
2.6.2.2. Palmar Erythema
2.6.2.3. Haemangiomas

2.7. Specific Dermatopathologies of Pregnancy

2.7.1. Herpes Gestationis

2.7.1.1. Clinical Presentation
2.7.1.2. Diagnosis
2.7.1.3. Differential Diagnosis
2.7.1.4. Prognosis
2.7.1.5. Treatment

2.7.2. Impetigo Herpetiformis

2.7.2.1. Clinical Presentation
2.7.2.2. Diagnosis
2.7.2.3. Differential Diagnosis
2.7.2.4. Prognosis
2.7.2.5. Treatment

2.7.3. Prurigo Gestationis

2.7.1.1. Clinical Presentation
2.7.1.2. Diagnosis
2.7.1.3. Differential Diagnosis
2.7.1.4. Prognosis
2.7.1.5. Treatment

2.7.4. Papular Dermatosis of Pregnancy

2.7.1.1. Clinical Presentation
2.7.1.2. Diagnosis
2.7.1.3. Differential Diagnosis
2.7.1.4. Prognosis
2.7.1.5. Treatment

2.7.5. Polymorphous rash in Pregnancy

2.7.1.1. Clinical Presentation
2.7.1.2. Diagnosis
2.7.1.3. Differential Diagnosis
2.7.1.4. Prognosis
2.7.1.5. Treatment

2.8. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Pregnancy

2.8.1. Preconception Check-up
2.8.2. Check-ups during Gestation

2.8.2.1. First Trimester
2.8.2.2. Second Trimester
2.8.2.3. Third Trimester

2.8.3. Childbirth and Postpartum

2.9. (Antiphospholipid Syndrome APS)

2.9.1. Concept
2.9.2. Pregestational Monitoring of Women with APS
2.9.3. Pregestational Monitoring of Women with APS
2.9.4. Treatment
2.9.5. Childbirth and Postpartum

2.10. Rheumatoid arthritis

2.10.1. Concept
2.10.2. How Rheumatoid Arthritis affects Gestation
2.10.3. How Gestation affects Rheumatoid Arthritis
2.10.4. Treatment

Module 3. Pregnant with Respiratory and Urological/Renal Problems. Tropical and Subtropical Diseases

3.1. Bronchial Asthma

3.1.1. Concept
3.1.2. Bronchial Asthma during Gestation
3.1.3. Treatment
3.1.4. Asthmatic Crisis and Clinical Management
3.1.5. Observations in the delivery of a pregnant woman with bronchial asthma

3.2. Community-acquired Pneumonia and Aspiration Pneumonia

3.2.1. Etiology
3.2.2. Treatment
3.2.3. Specific Factors during Gestation
3.2.4. Newborn from a Mother with Pneumonia

3.3. Influenza

3.3.1. Etiology
3.3.2. Prevention
3.3.3. Pregnancy Issues
3.3.4. Treatment
3.3.5. Criteria for Hospitalization
3.3.6. Newborn from a Mother with Influenza

3.4. Asymptomatic Bacteriuria

3.4.1. Concept
3.4.2. Etiology
3.4.3. Diagnostic Criteria
3.4.4. Treatment

3.5. Acute Cystitis and Urethral Syndrome

3.5.1. Concept
3.5.2. Etiology
3.5.3. Diagnostic Criteria
3.5.4. Treatment
3.5.5. Follow up

3.6. Acute Pyelonephritis

3.6.1. Concept
3.6.2. Clinical Presentation
3.6.3. Diagnosis
3.6.4. Treatment
3.6.5. Admission and Discharge Criteria
3.6.6. Complications

3.7. Obstructive Uropathy

3.7.1. Concept
3.7.2. Clinical Presentation
3.7.3. Exploration and Specialized Tests
3.7.4. Diagnosis
3.7.5. Treatment
3.7.6. Complications

3.8. Renal Transplantation and Gestation

3.8.1. Effects of Transplantation on Pregnancy
3.8.2. Effects of Pregnancy on Transplantation
3.8.2. Considerations during Labor, Postpartum and Lactation

3.9. Tropical and Subtropical Diseases

3.9.1. Zika

3.9.1.1. Epidemiology
3.9.1.2. Transmission
3.9.1.3. Clinical Presentation
3.9.1.4. Diagnosis
3.9.1.5. Effects on the Fetus and Congenital Zika Infection
3.9.1.6. Treatment and Prevention

3.9.2. Ebola

3.9.2.1. Epidemiology
3.9.2.2. Transmission
3.9.2.3. Clinical Presentation
3.9.2.4. Diagnosis
3.9.2.5. Effects on the Fetus
3.9.2.6. Treatment and Prevention

3.9.3. Chagas Disease

3.9.3.1. Epidemiology
3.9.3.2. Transmission
3.9.3.3. Clinical Presentation
3.9.3.4. Diagnosis
3.9.3.5. Effects on the Fetus
3.9.3.6. Treatment and Prevention

3.10. Tropical and Subtropical Diseases(II)

3.10.1. Dengue

3.10.1.1. Epidemiology
3.10.1.2. Transmission
3.10.1.3. Clinical Presentation
3.10.1.4. Diagnosis
3.10.1.5. Effects on the Fetus
3.10.1.6. Treatment and Prevention

3.10.2. Malaria

3.10.2.1. Epidemiology
3.10.2.2. Transmission
3.10.2.3. Clinical Presentation
3.10.2.4. Diagnosis
3.10.2.5. Effects on the Fetus
3.10.2.6. Treatment and Prevention

3.10.3. Chikungunya

3.10.3.1. Epidemiology
3.10.3.2. Transmission
3.10.3.3. Clinical Presentation
3.10.3.4. Diagnosis
3.10.3.5. Effects on the Fetus
3.10.3.6. Treatment and Prevention

Postgraduate Diploma in Major Medical Pathologies during Pregnancy: Particularities, Diagnosis and Treatment for Midwives

At TECH Global University, we offer you the opportunity to specialize in maternal health care with our Postgraduate Diploma program in Main Medical Pathologies during Pregnancy. This program is designed especially for midwives who wish to acquire solid and updated knowledge about the most relevant medical pathologies that can affect women during pregnancy.

The online classes we offer will allow you to access high quality education from anywhere and at any time that is convenient for you. You will be able to study at your own pace, reconciling your professional and personal responsibilities. In addition, you will have the support of our Postgraduate Diploma professors, who will guide you through the program and provide you with the tools you need to become a highly skilled professional in maternal health care.

Our Postgraduate Diploma program in Major Medical Conditions during Pregnancy focuses on the specifics, diagnosis and treatment of the most common medical conditions that can arise during pregnancy. You will learn about conditions such as gestational hypertension, gestational diabetes, urinary tract infections, cardiovascular complications and much more. Our practical, evidence-based approach will provide you with the skills necessary to effectively identify and address these pathologies.

Upon completion of this program, you will be prepared to provide comprehensive and specialized care to pregnant women presenting with medical pathologies. You will be able to collaborate closely with the medical team to ensure appropriate follow-up and provide recommendations based on best practices. You will gain the recognition and confidence to excel in your profession and make a positive difference in the lives of your patients.

Enroll in our Postgraduate Diploma in Major Medical Conditions during Pregnancy and expand your knowledge in this vital field. Advance your career as a midwife specializing in maternal health care with TECH Global University and prepare yourself to stand out as a highly skilled and committed professional.