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January 1, 2026Clinics in Dermatology

The miracle of the black leg: Does this painting depict the first leg transplant in the third century CE?

Daniel M. Gelfman

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Depiction of a leg transplant in the artwork implies advanced surgical knowledge for the third century.
Key historical evidence points to anatomical understanding based on the painting's details.
The examination involves careful analysis of artistic elements to understand their medical implications.
Findings suggest early surgery practices were more advanced than previously believed, indicating cultural significance.

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Analysis reveals the possibility of a leg transplant in a third century CE painting, suggesting early surgical practices.

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Daniel M. Gelfman (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a75f55c6e9836116a2aa37 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clindermatol.2026.01.014

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