SUMMARY
Background. One of the least researched anatomical structures of the human body is the ligament of head of femur, most often referred to as ligamentum teres. The history of the nomination of this term, medical contexts of its use, the etymology and the first synonyms are not sufficiently understood.
Purpose. The purpose of the article is to present the most complete collection of evidence from ancient medical authors about the term ligamentum teres, trace the history of its nomination and analyze the gradual changes in the level of knowledge about the anatomy, mechanical and geometric properties of this structure, its pathology and treatment methods.
Methods. The study is based on an interdisciplinary approach, comprising a combination of linguistic and medical analysis of the texts in ancient Greek and Latin, which contain references to ligamentum teres.
Results. Text analysis showed that ligamentum teres was known in Palestine at the time of the compilation of the Book of Genesis. In the medical sources written by the Greek physicians, references to it and the description of its properties and role date back to the V-IV cent. BC. The study of textual sources and their medical contexts showed the evolution of the development of this term from the general concept of “sinew” to a narrowly defined “ligament” with detailed qualitative characteristics of the structure and function of this anatomical structure. It has been noted that since ancient times ligamentum teres has been recognized as an important element of biomechanics of hip joint and the action of walking.
Conclusions. This work will serve as a basis for further studies and treatment of the interesting and mysterious structure that is ligamentum teres – a true ligamentum incognitum.
Ancient Textual Sources on Ligamentum Teres: Context and Transmission
S. V. Arkhipov, I. V. Prolygina
Original Article, 558-568
Keywords: Ancient medicine; ancient traumatology; Galen; Hippocrates; hip joint; ligamentum capitis femoris; ligament of head of femur; ligamentum teres,
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Ancient Textual Sources on Ligamentum Teres: Context and Transmission
S. V. Arkhipov, I. V. ProlyginaOriginal Article, 558-568