Which Neurosurgeon Is Responsible for Mapping the Language Areas of the Human

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which neurosurgeon is responsible for mapping the language areas of the human cortex through the use of electrical stimulation given to patients before surgery?

• A) Wernicke
• B) Damasio
• C) Penfield
• D) Geschwind

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