Leonardo da Vinci and the sinuses of Valsalva.
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Abstract
Recent studies indicate that eddy currents generated by the sinuses of Valsalva play an important role in the physiologic closure of the aortic valve. This process is briefly discussed and evidence is presented that this fact was well known and elaborated upon by the renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci. This fact is illustrated with his words and drawings.
Medical subject headings
- Art
- Blood Circulation
- Famous Persons
- Sinus of Valsalva