Historical Bibliography Updated: June 17, 2026
Linear craniotomy (miscalled craniectomy) for microcephalus.
Publication Details
Am. J. med. Sci., 101, 549-55. 1891 CE.
Keen was a pioneer in linear craniotomy and one of the first successfully to operate for meningioma. He was Professor of Surgery at Jefferson Medical College.
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Thematic Classifications
| Catalog Metadata | Reference Information |
|---|---|
| Entry Number | #4866 |
| Permanent Link | https://staging.historyofmedicine.com/entry/5670 |
| Author Bio Link | Wikipedia ↗ |
| External URL | linear-craniotomy-miscalled-craniectomy-for-microcephalus |
Geographic Context
Mentioned in annotation: Jefferson, NC