So You've Made a Novel Discovery: The History of Our Knowledge of Central Nervous System Lymphatics May Change Your Mind
Abstract
There is a lot of excitement about the possible link between the lymphatic system and neurodegenerative disease since the relatively recent discovery of these systems and the role they may play in these disorders. Methods: An extensive literature review was carried out into these discoveries Result: It transpires that much of our knowledge was already discovered over a long period and either ignored, disregarded or forgotten. Conclusion: It is important to thoroughly research any new knowledge or discovery before declaring it as novel.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Cerebrospinal fluid and hydrocephalus
Neurology and Historical Studies
Lymphatic System and Diseases
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Archives of Plastic Surgery
- Volume
- 53
- Issue
- 01
- Pages
- 001–002
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN