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- Leonardo da Vinci was not only a talented painter but also had a deep interest in medicine and studied the brain in hopes of finding the "seat of the soul."
- His unique skills, like mirror writing and possible ADHD, may have fueled his creativity but also led to incomplete projects.
- He likely died from a stroke, and speculation exists that nerve issues caused paralysis in his right arm, hindering his ability to paint later in life.
Article Abstract
In addition to his versatility in painting and art, Leonardo da Vinci was extremely passionate about medicine, particularly the study of the brain. He investigated the ventricles of the brain in great detail in an attempt to locate the seat of the soul in the brain (senso comune). Pathography on Leonardo da Vinci suggests that his ability to use mirror writing and supposed attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder may have contributed to his extraordinary creativity and tendency to be unable to complete his work. It is presumed that Leonardo da Vinci died of a stroke; however, it is speculated that ulnar or median nerve palsy led to right upper limb paralysis that prevented him from painting in his later years.
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