British Journal of Hospital Medicine, 2008/02, 69(2):91-94. doi: 10.12968/hmed.2008.69.2.28354, type of study: ,art,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

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Keywords:

medicine in the arts [1]
paintings [1]

Abstract:

With their stark contrast and blurred boundaries, the relationship between science, medicine and art has long been a fascinating area of exploration. The depiction of medical conditions in art has enhanced our understanding of the evolution of disease and its treatment, but exact diagnosis of the underlying medical conditions can be difficult. This article reviews some paintings suggesting underlying medical diagnoses under specialty-based headings.