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Biomedical

Wilhelm von Waldeyer: Important Steps in Neural Theory, Anatomy and Citology

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Aurel George Mohan,

Aurel George Mohan

Department of Neurosurgery, Bihor County Emergency Clinical Hospital, 410167 Oradea, Romania

naurel@yahoo.com


Vicentiu Mircea Saceleanu,

Vicentiu Mircea Saceleanu

Neurosurgery Department, Sibiu County Emergency Hospital, 550245 Sibiu, Romania

ntiu.saceleanu@gmail.com


Razvan Adrian Covache-Busuioc,

Razvan Adrian Covache-Busuioc

General Medicine, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania

an_adrian69@yahoo.ro


Horia Petre Costin,

Horia Petre Costin

General Medicine, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania

acostin2001@yahoo.com


Alexandru Vlad Ciurea

Alexandru Vlad Ciurea

Neurosurgery, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania

avciurea@gmail.com


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Doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci12020224

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Abstract

Heinrich Wilhelm Gottfried von Waldeyer-Harz is regarded as a significant anatomist who helped the entire medical world to discover and develop new techniques in order to improve patient treatment as well as decrease death rates. He discovered fascia propria recti in 1899, which is important in total mesorectal excision which improves cancer treatment as well as outcomes. He played an important role in developing the neuron theory which states that the nervous system consists of multiple individual cells, called neurons, which currently stands as the basis of the impulse transmission of neurons. Waldeyer was also interested in cytology, where he made a substantial contribution, being the first who adopted the name "Chromosome". Therefore, he accelerated the progress of what it is now known as Genetics. In conclusion, starting from the Fascia propria recti and continuing with great discoveries in cytology and neuron theory, Wilhelm von Waldeyer represents a key person in what we today call medicine.

Key Questions

Who was Heinrich Wilhelm Gottfried von Waldeyer-Hartz?

Heinrich Wilhelm Gottfried von Waldeyer-Hartz was a renowned German anatomist, born on October 6, 1836, in Hehlen an der Weser, Germany. He made significant contributions to anatomy, pathology, and embryology during his career. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

What is the neuron theory, and how did Waldeyer contribute to it?

The neuron theory posits that the nervous system is composed of individual cells called neurons. Waldeyer played a pivotal role in developing this theory and was the first to introduce the term "neuron" to describe these fundamental units. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

What are some of Waldeyer's notable contributions to anatomy?

Waldeyer is credited with discovering the "fascia propria recti" in 1899, a structure important in total mesorectal excision, a surgical procedure that improves cancer treatment outcomes. He also identified structures such as Waldeyer's tonsillar ring and Waldeyer's glands. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

How did Waldeyer influence the field of cytology?

In cytology, Waldeyer made a substantial contribution by being the first to adopt the term "chromosome," enhancing the understanding of cell structures and genetics. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

What was Waldeyer's impact on medical terminology?

Waldeyer introduced significant terms such as "neuron" and "chromosome" into medical vocabulary, which are fundamental to neuroscience and genetics today. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

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1681 Views

Added on

2022-09-05

Doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci12020224

Related Subjects
Anatomy
Biochemistry
Epidemiology
Genetics
Neuroscience
Psychology
Oncology
Medicine
Musculoskeletal science
Pediatrics
Pathology
Pharmacology
Physiology
Psychiatry
Primary care
Women and reproductive health

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