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[Clinical thermometry. I. Historical developments]

M A MacKenzie1, G M van Heteren, J W van der Meer

  • 1Academisch Ziekenhuis, Kliniek voor Inwendige Ziekten, Nijmegen.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde
|May 10, 1997
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The measurement of human core temperature has evolved significantly since ancient times. Scientific advancements, particularly the invention of the thermometer, enabled objective clinical thermometry, largely credited to Wunderlich.

Area of Science:

  • Medical History
  • Physiology
  • Thermometry

Context:

  • The concept of human core temperature and its significance has been interpreted differently throughout history.
  • Early theories relied on humoral pathology, later replaced by scientific concepts in the 19th and 20th centuries.
  • The development of the thermometer and temperature scales was crucial for objective measurement.

Purpose:

  • To trace the historical development of human core temperature determination.
  • To highlight the transition from subjective interpretations to objective scientific measurement.
  • To acknowledge key figures and advancements in clinical thermometry.

Summary:

  • Human core temperature measurement has a long and varied history, with early interpretations based on humoral pathology.

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  • The invention of the thermometer and temperature scales in the 17th and 18th centuries allowed for objective measurement.
  • While pioneers like Sanctorius and Boerhaave advocated for its use, widespread clinical acceptance of body temperature measurement was delayed until the late 19th century.
  • The scientific foundation for modern clinical thermometry is primarily attributed to Wunderlich.

    • Impact:

    • Provides historical context for the evolution of a fundamental physiological measurement.
    • Underscores the importance of technological innovation in medical practice.
    • Establishes the scientific basis for current clinical thermometry standards.