HIGHLIGHTS
- •Eponyms provide rich historical context in medical discourse.
- •Thyroid surgery requires excellent understanding of compact and complex anatomy.
- •Eponyms are an efficient way to reference key areas of anatomical importance.
ABSTRACT
Objective
This historical review aims to discuss not only the surgical significance of eponyms
commonly encountered during thyroid operations but also about the people behind them
who have lent their names to anatomical structures and surgical landmarks important
for completing a safe and effective thyroidectomy.
Finding
Kocher describes anomalous venous anatomy, proper patient positioning and incision
placement. Reeve and Joll define anatomical spaces relevant to the dissection of the
upper pole of the thyroid that assist with identification and preservation of the
nerve of Galli-Curci. The Glands of Owen must also be carefully identified and preserved
during thyroidectomy. Identification and protection of the recurrent laryngeal nerve,
is guided by anatomical landmarks described by Berry and Zuckerkandl, as well as triangles
named after Lore, Beahrs, and Simon.
Conclusion
The elegant simplicity and efficiency in describing complex surgical anatomy and surgical
concepts continue to make utilization of eponyms useful during thyroid operations.
Keywords
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