Eponyms in Orthopaedics.
- Resource Type
- Article
- Authors
- Visotsky, Jeffrey L.; Benson, Leon S.
- Source
- Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, American Volume. Nov2001 Supplement 2 Part 2, Vol. 83, p123. 5p.
- Subject
- *EPONYMS
*ORTHOPEDICS
*TERMS & phrases
- Language
- ISSN
- 0021-9355
Eponyms are commonly used in orthopaedics. Yet the individual's name and history often remain obscure or unknown to the user. The recognition and appropriate use of the eponymic terms become more difficult as the terminology falls into disuse. It is hoped that this report will serve as a reference and a resource and will preserve orthopaedic history. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]