Ancient Egyptians Pioneered Cancer Surgery 4,000 Years Ago
TL;DR
Scientists have discovered evidence of brain surgery performed by ancient Egyptian physicians around 4,000 years ago, marking the earliest known attempt to treat cancer. Micro-CT scans of a skull revealed cut marks from sharp implements, suggesting either surgical removal of malignant tumors or a medical autopsy. This finding highlights the advanced medical knowledge of ancient Egyptians and provides a significant milestone in the history of medicine.
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