Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) and his depictions of the human spine.
Publication Title
Child's nervous system : ChNS : official journal of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-1-2017
Keywords
Anatomists; Famous Persons; History, 15th Century; History, 16th Century; Humans; Medical Illustration; Spine
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Few individuals in history have exerted so great an influence and made such extensive contributions to so many disciplines as Leonardo da Vinci. Da Vinci's inquisitive, experimental mentality led him to many discoveries, such as spinal cord function and the proper anatomy of several organ systems. Respected not only as an artist but also as an anatomist, he made many significant contributions to the field.
CONCLUSIONS: This article explores da Vinci's drawings, in relation to the anatomy of the human spine.
Area of Special Interest
Neurosciences (Brain & Spine)
Specialty/Research Institute
Neurosciences
Specialty/Research Institute
Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
