John batty tuke james ritchie (1 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed study of the origins of the facial nerve, focusing on whether all its fibers arise from the main nucleus in the pons or if any have a crossed origin from the corresponding nucleus of the opposite side. The author, a distinguished physician, examines clinical phenomena that appear incompatible with the assumption that all the muscles of the face could be innervated from a common center, and then delves into research conducted by other medical professionals. The book also explores whether there is a separate nucleus for the muscles of the upper face and, if so, where it is situated, as well as whether there is a separate nucleus for the muscles of the lips. Through a series of exhaustive microscopical examinations of cases of progressive ophthalmoplegia, the author ultimately concludes that there is no evidence that the oculo-motor nuclei have any connection with the muscles supplied by the upper facial nerve. This meticulous examination of the facial nerve's origins provides valuable insights for medical professionals in the fields of neurology, anatomy, and physiology. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…