Johann Bachoven von Echt (1515-1576) and his work on scurvy: An omen of Vesalius' death?

Johann Bachoven von Echt (1515-1576) and his work on scurvy: An omen of Vesalius' death?
Acta Med Hist Adriat. 2018 Dec;16(2):203-238
Authors: Biesbrouck M, Goddeeris T, Steeno O
Abstract
A discussion is given of the figure of Johann Bachoven von Echt and his family, and on his work on scurvy. The disease is evaluated as a possible cause of the death of Andreas Vesalius. Echt's relationship with Jan Wier and his connections with Vesalius and Metellus are illustrated. A historical overview of the literature on scurvy is provided highlighting the importance of the work of Echtius and Ronsse for the early knowledge of that disease. A report by Metellus on the circumstances of Vesalius' death is added.
PMID: 30488702 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Medical History - November 30, 2018 Category: History of Medicine Authors: Biesbrouck M, Goddeeris T, Steeno O Tags: Acta Med Hist Adriat Source Type: research