Bernhard von Langenbeck
Bernhard von Langenbeck
Bernhard von Langenbeck (pronunciation: Bern-hard von Lan-gen-beck) was a renowned German surgeon and medical professor. He was born on November 9, 1810, and died on September 29, 1887.
Etymology
The name "Bernhard" is of German origin, meaning "strong, brave bear", while "Langenbeck" is a surname of German origin. The exact etymology of "Langenbeck" is not known.
Biography
Bernhard von Langenbeck was born in Horneburg, Germany. He studied medicine at the University of Göttingen and later at the University of Berlin. He served as a military surgeon in the Schleswig War of 1848 and the Austro-Prussian War of 1866.
In 1851, he became a professor at the University of Berlin, where he taught surgery and anatomy. He is known for his contributions to the field of surgery, particularly in the development of new surgical techniques and instruments. One of his most notable contributions is the Langenbeck retractor, a surgical instrument used to hold back the edges of a wound or incision.
Related Terms
- Surgery: The branch of medicine that involves the treatment of injuries, diseases, and other conditions through manual and instrumental techniques.
- Anatomy: The branch of biology concerned with the study of the structure of organisms and their parts.
- Langenbeck retractor: A surgical instrument invented by Bernhard von Langenbeck, used to hold back the edges of a wound or incision.
- University of Berlin: A public research university located in Berlin, Germany. It was founded in 1810, and is one of the most prestigious universities in the world.
- University of Göttingen: A public research university located in Göttingen, Germany. It was founded in 1734 and is known for its research in the humanities and sciences.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bernhard von Langenbeck
- Wikipedia's article - Bernhard von Langenbeck
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