From Mystics to Modern Times: A History of Craniotomy & Religion

W. Christopher Newman; Srinivas Chivukula; Ramesh Grandhi

doi:10.1016/j.wneu.2016.04.084

From Mystics to Modern Times: A History of Craniotomy & Religion

W. Christopher Newman, Srinivas Chivukula, Ramesh Grandhi

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Abstract

Neurosurgical treatment of diseases dates back to prehistoric times and the trephination of skulls for various maladies. Throughout the evolution of trephination, surgery and religion have been intertwined to varying degrees, a relationship that has caused both stagnation and progress. From its mystical origins in prehistoric times to its scientific progress in ancient Egypt and its resurgence as a well-validated surgical technique in modern times, trephination has been a reflection of the cultural and religious times. Herein we present a brief history of trephination as it relates religion, culture, and the evolution of neurosurgery.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	148-150
Number of pages	3
Journal	World neurosurgery
Volume	92
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wneu.2016.04.084
State	Published - Aug 1 2016
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Craniotomy
History
Neurosurgery
Religion

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Surgery
Clinical Neurology

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