The Keio journal of medicine
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Biography Historical Article
A brief review of Dr F Gotoh's contribution to neuroscience: research in the field of cerebral blood flow and stroke.
Professor Emeritus Fumio Gotoh began and continues his remarkable career in medicine at Keio University. Since his graduation from medical school there in 1951, Dr. Gotoh has devoted himself to neurology, especially in the enigmatic field of stroke science. ⋯ In conjunction with leading authorities, he developed a quantifiable, evidence-based stroke scale which was introduced in the International Journal of Stroke in 2001. Today despite his retirement, Dr. Gotoh continues his work in cerebral blood flow and metabolism.