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From "Transient Hemiopsia" to Migraine Aura
1Department of Neurology, Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, Aylesbury HP21 8AL, UK.
Vision (Basel, Switzerland)
|November 29, 2021
Summary
This study traces the historical evolution of migraine visual aura, starting with Hubert Airy's 1870 description. It covers theories from Airy's time to the 1980s demonstration of spreading oligaemia.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Medical History
Background:
- The visual aura of migraine has been a subject of study for over a century.
- Early descriptions significantly shaped the understanding of migraine phenomena.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a historical overview of the concept of visual aura in migraine.
- To trace the evolution of aura theories from the 19th century to the late 20th century.
Main Methods:
- Historical literature review.
- Analysis of seminal publications on migraine aura, including Hubert Airy's work.
- Examination of the development of scientific theories and diagnostic methods over time.
Main Results:
- Hubert Airy's 1870 description of "transient hemiopsia" was highly influential.
- Subsequent theories evolved significantly from Airy's initial concept.
- The 1980s saw the first demonstration of spreading oligaemia, a key finding in aura research.
Conclusions:
- The understanding of migraine aura has progressed significantly since its initial descriptions.
- Historical perspectives are crucial for understanding the current scientific basis of migraine aura.
- Advancements in research, such as the demonstration of spreading oligaemia, have refined diagnostic and theoretical frameworks.
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