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The document outlines the historical development of anatomy, tracing its origins to early civilizations like Egypt and Greece, with significant contributions from figures such as Hippocrates, Aristotle, and Galen. The Renaissance brought a pivotal change with Vesalius' work, establishing anatomy as an empirical science. Additionally, it categorizes anatomy into sub-disciplines, including Gross Anatomy, Microscopic Anatomy, Developmental Anatomy, Neuroanatomy, and Comparative Anatomy.

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Historical Development

The origins of anatomy date back to early civilizations, including Egypt and Greece, where
dissection was first practiced. Hippocrates and Aristotle laid early foundations, while Galen’s
writings dominated medieval anatomical knowledge. The Renaissance marked a turning point
with Andreas Vesalius’ De Humani Corporis Fabrica (1543), which corrected many
misconceptions and established anatomy as an empirical science.

Sub-Disciplines of Anatomy

Anatomy can be divided into several specialized branches:

1.
Gross Anatomy – Study of structures visible to the naked eye, often taught through cadaveric
dissection.

2.
Microscopic Anatomy (Histology) – Examination of tissues and cells using microscopes.

3.
Developmental Anatomy (Embryology) – Focus on the growth and development of the human
body from conception to adulthood.

4.
Neuroanatomy – Detailed study of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord.

5.
Comparative Anatomy – Examines similarities and differences across species, contributing to
evolutionary biology.

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