Charles Edward Beevor
Charles Edward Beevor
Charles Edward Beevor (1854–1908) was a renowned British neurologist known for his significant contributions to the field of neurology.
Pronunciation
Charles Edward Beevor: /ˈtʃɑːrlz ˈɛdwərd ˈbiːvər/
Etymology
The name Charles is of Old German origin, meaning "free man". Edward is derived from the Old English words "ead" (wealth, fortune) and "weard" (guard). Beevor is an English surname of Old French origin, derived from "beaver", a nickname for a hard worker.
Related Terms
- Beevor's sign: A clinical sign in medicine named after Charles Edward Beevor. It is used to detect upper motor neuron lesions affecting the lower spinal cord.
- Neurology: The branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
- Neurologist: A doctor specializing in neurology and trained to investigate, or diagnose and treat neurological disorders.
Contributions
Beevor is best known for describing Beevor's sign, a clinical sign used in medicine to detect upper motor neuron lesions affecting the lower spinal cord. His work has greatly influenced the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders.
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