Henry II of France (1519-1559) and His Death From Meningoencephalitis Following Cranial Trauma.
review · Level V
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Abstract
This historical review summarizes the most significant theories regarding the cause of death of King Henry II of France (1519-1559) and the circumstances under which it occurred. Although the historical testimonies are inconclusive and vague, postmortem analysis has shown that the King died of meningoencephalitis, caused by hematoma of a cerebral contusion, with effusion in the cerebral laminae and its surrounding tissue initiated by a periorbital fracture.
Medical subject headings
- Brain Injuries, Traumatic
- Death
- Famous Persons
- Meningoencephalitis