Rudolf Virchow and the Discovery of Cerebral Embolism.
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Abstract
This article describes the project that led Virchow to his discovery of cerebral embolism as a cause of stroke, made during the 1840s, at the beginning of his remarkable career. It includes comment on Virchow's statements on cerebral thrombosis and stroke.
Medical subject headings
- Intracranial Embolism
- Physicians
- Stroke