Virchow
Virchow
Virchow (pronounced: VEER-koh) is a term often associated with the field of medicine and pathology. It is named after the German pathologist Rudolf Virchow, who made significant contributions to understanding disease processes.
Etymology
The term "Virchow" is derived from the surname of Rudolf Virchow, a prominent 19th-century German doctor and pathologist. He is often referred to as "the father of modern pathology" because his work helped to dispel many misconceptions in the field of medicine during his time.
Virchow's Contributions
Virchow is best known for his cell theory, which states that all cells come from pre-existing cells. This theory is a fundamental concept in the field of biology and has greatly influenced modern medicine.
In addition, Virchow is also known for his work on public health. He advocated for social medicine and believed that disease was often the result of social issues, such as poverty and lack of education.
Related Terms
- Virchow's node: Also known as Troisier's sign, it is an enlarged, hard, and non-tender lymph node in the supraclavicular region, often associated with abdominal malignancies.
- Virchow's triad: A group of three broad categories of factors that are thought to contribute to the formation of thrombosis.
- Virchow-Robin spaces: Pial-lined interstitial fluid-filled spaces surrounding the blood vessels in the brain and spinal cord.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Virchow
- Wikipedia's article - Virchow
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