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Clinical Anatomy (New York, N.Y.) Dec 2023
Abstracts Presented at the Summer Meeting of the British Association of Clinical Anatomists on 6th July 2023, at the School of Anatomy, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom.
PubMed: 38158776
DOI: 10.1002/ca.24131 -
Medeniyet Medical Journal Dec 2023The coeliac trunk, the first anterior branch, often originates at the level of the T12 vertebral body, right below the aortic hiatus, as the first ventral branch of the...
The coeliac trunk, the first anterior branch, often originates at the level of the T12 vertebral body, right below the aortic hiatus, as the first ventral branch of the abdominal aorta. It commonly divides into the left gastric, common hepatic, and splenic arteries. We report a rare variation in the branching pattern and course of branches of the coeliac trunk in two donated female cadavers during routine abdominal dissection. It is essential to understand the coeliac trunk and the distinctions in its origin and branching pattern to perform efficient upper abdominal surgical and radiological procedures and to adopt novel interventional and treatment options for hepatic cancers. As anatomists, we are also attempting to link our study's variations to their embryological genesis.
PubMed: 38148727
DOI: 10.4274/MMJ.galenos.2023.63993 -
Child's Nervous System : ChNS :... May 2024The brachial plexus, a complex network of nerves responsible for innervating the upper limb, exhibits remarkable anatomical variations. This editorial explores the...
The brachial plexus, a complex network of nerves responsible for innervating the upper limb, exhibits remarkable anatomical variations. This editorial explores the composite drawing of a "typical" brachial plexus portrayed by Abram T. Kerr in 1918. This composite drawing of the typical brachial plexus stands as a critical contribution to the field of anatomy and surgery, and encapsulates the most prevalent patterns of formation, branching, and origins within the brachial plexus, offering a statistical map of its common variants. Kerr portrays the typical brachial plexus as a foundational resource for anatomists and medical professionals seeking to navigate the intricate landscape of this neural structure. It serves as a hypothetical model, reflecting the common arrangement of trunks, cords, and branches, shedding light on the typical composition of the plexus observed in most individuals. Beyond being a visual representation, the 'typical' brachial plexus provides a bridge between theoretical knowledge and practical applications, aiding in the identification of variations and deviations in surgical contexts. This composite drawing enhances our comprehension of the intricate and ever-evolving anatomy of the brachial plexus, reinforcing its role as a fundamental reference point for anatomical studies and clinical practice.
Topics: Humans; Anatomists; Brachial Plexus; Upper Extremity
PubMed: 38070012
DOI: 10.1007/s00381-023-06223-5 -
Journal of Clinical Medicine Nov 2023First described in 1760 by the anatomist Morgagni, coarctation of the aorta (CoA) is a congenital heart defect characterized by narrowing the aorta, typically distal to... (Review)
Review
First described in 1760 by the anatomist Morgagni, coarctation of the aorta (CoA) is a congenital heart defect characterized by narrowing the aorta, typically distal to the left subclavian artery. It accounts for approximately 5-8% of all congenital heart diseases, with an incidence estimated at 4 per 10,000 live births. In 1944, the Swedish surgeon Clarence Crafoord achieved the first successful surgical CoA repair by performing an aortic end-to-end anastomosis on two patients aged 12 and 27 years old. Presently, the most prevalent techniques for surgical repair, particularly in infants and neonates with isolated coarctation, involve resection with end-to-end anastomosis (EEA) and the modified Crafoord technique (extended resection with end-to-end anastomosis (EEEA)). Subclavian flap aortoplasty (SCAP) is an alternative surgical option for CoA repair in patients under two years of age. In cases where the stenosis extends beyond resection and end-to-end anastomosis feasibility, patch aortoplasty (PP) employing a prosthetic patch can augment the stenotic region, especially for older patients. Despite advances in pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery, recoarctation remains a significant concern after surgical or interventional repair. This comprehensive review aims to provide a thorough analysis of coarctation management, covering the pioneering techniques introduced by Crafoord using end-to-end anastomosis and now extending to the contemporary era marked by percutaneous interventions as well as the recoarctation rate associated with each type.
PubMed: 38068402
DOI: 10.3390/jcm12237350 -
Annals of Anatomy = Anatomischer... Feb 2024The teaching and learning of human anatomy by dissection has existed for thousands of years. Over the centuries, evolving ethical considerations for the sourcing of... (Review)
Review
The teaching and learning of human anatomy by dissection has existed for thousands of years. Over the centuries, evolving ethical considerations for the sourcing of human bodies for dissection have resulted in a transition from the use of unconsented individuals to that of body donors and the institution of body donation programmes around the world. However, major challenges on the African continent have resulted in the continued use of unconsented or unclaimed bodies and the ethical dilemma for African anatomy departments regarding their use. Some of the key difficulties in sourcing donor bodies which exist on the African continent emanate from religious, cultural, societal trust and other confounding factors. This manuscript explores the challenges and suggests ways in which some of these constraints may be overcome.
Topics: Humans; Human Body; Cadaver; Dissection; Tissue Donors; Africa; Anatomy
PubMed: 38065269
DOI: 10.1016/j.aanat.2023.152196 -
World Neurosurgery Mar 2024Sir Rickman John Godlee (1849-1925) was widely known for performing the first documented surgery to resect a tumor from the brain. (Review)
Review
BACKGROUND
Sir Rickman John Godlee (1849-1925) was widely known for performing the first documented surgery to resect a tumor from the brain.
METHODS
The case was performed on November 25, 1884, on a 25-year-old farmer who presented with a left-sided Jacksonian March seizure.
RESULTS
The case was highly publicized because the tumor was localized by Dr. Hughes Bennett and subsequently resected by Sir Godlee based on the patient's clinical presentation and physical examination alone.
CONCLUSIONS
Aside from this widely publicized case, little has been written about Sir Godlee. Sir Godlee was also known to be an outstanding anatomist who displayed exceptional skills in surgical dissection. He was known for being an excellent teacher. Sir Godlee was deeply influenced by his uncle, Lord Joseph Lister, a renowned physician who popularized antiseptic methods. Sir Godlee was also known for publishing his uncle's biography, Lord Lister.
Topics: Male; Humans; Adult; Brain Neoplasms; Seizures; Dissection; Family; Physical Examination
PubMed: 38042292
DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.11.130 -
Child's Nervous System : ChNS :... Jun 2024
Topics: Humans; History, 19th Century; History, 20th Century; Brain; Germany; Neuroanatomy; Sweden; United States
PubMed: 38015251
DOI: 10.1007/s00381-023-06238-y -
History and Philosophy of the Life... Nov 2023This paper describes the scientific practices of the anatomists from the Société Anatomique de Paris (1803-1873) who were collecting anatomical and pathological...
This paper describes the scientific practices of the anatomists from the Société Anatomique de Paris (1803-1873) who were collecting anatomical and pathological specimens in Nineteenth-Century Paris and which led to the building of the anatomy and pathology Musée Dupuytren (1835-2016). The framework introduced by Robert Kohler to describe collecting sciences (2007) is useful as a tool to identify the set of diverse practices within pathological anatomy in nineteenth-century Paris. However, I will argue that anatomy and pathology collecting had specific features compared to most collecting sciences. Two main collecting practices could be distinguished: first, "finding" anatomical specimens and second, keeping these specimens. The first kind of practices were at least rhetorically and explicitly motivated by Auguste Comte's positive philosophy. But "finding" an anatomy or pathology specimen could not be completely compared to finding an object or making a simple observation, as dissecting as well as some experimental practices were also involved. Heterogeneous practices thus coexisted within collecting in anatomy and pathology. Epistemological as well as pragmatic tensions arose. On top of Kohler's framework, I introduce Sabina Leonelli's concept of "data journey" to offer a narrative of the diversity of collecting practices involved in the Société Anatomique de Paris and the Musée Dupuytren. I use the concept to analyse how this diversity of practices impacted knowledge production.
Topics: Humans; Body Remains; Knowledge; Philosophy
PubMed: 38010562
DOI: 10.1007/s40656-023-00592-5 -
Skin Research and Technology : Official... Nov 2023An intradermal injection is a medical procedure that involves administering a small amount of medication or substance into the dermal layer of the skin. This research...
BACKGROUND
An intradermal injection is a medical procedure that involves administering a small amount of medication or substance into the dermal layer of the skin. This research focused on identifying the most suitable injection needle for precise intradermal administration of skin boosters.
METHODS
The study involved conducting intradermal injections on four cadavers and participants using a 2 mm length, 34-gauge needle (N-Finders, Inc., South Korea). During the cadaveric study, the polynucleotide prefilled syringe was dyed green, and an anatomist performed dissections, removing only the skin layer. Ultrasonographic observations were carried out to ensure accurate intradermal injection placement.
RESULTS
In all four cadavers, the facial injections at the anterior cheek region were precisely administered intradermally at a 30-degree injection angle. However, the 90-degree injection was found just below the dermal layer upon skin layer removal.
DISCUSSION
The findings suggest that using a 2 mm needle length allows for easy and convenient intradermal injections.
Topics: Humans; Injections, Intradermal; Skin; Pharmaceutical Preparations; Needles; Ultrasonography
PubMed: 38009043
DOI: 10.1111/srt.13529 -
Zhurnal Nevrologii I Psikhiatrii Imeni... 2023The article represents the translation of chapters of the scientific work «Onomatologia anatomica» (1880) by the Austrian anatomist Josef Hyrtl devoted to terminology...
The article represents the translation of chapters of the scientific work «Onomatologia anatomica» (1880) by the Austrian anatomist Josef Hyrtl devoted to terminology in the anatomy of the meninges, namely , , , .
Topics: Humans; Meninges; Terminology as Topic; Translations
PubMed: 37994897
DOI: 10.17116/jnevro2023123111117