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Ancient Anatomy
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Early Conceptualizations: Mesopotamia and Egypt
The earliest discernible anatomical texts originate from the Mesopotamian civilizations, largely within the context of omen interpretation and hepatoscopy (liver reading). These documents focused less on systematic structure and more on pattern recognition linked to divine will.
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Fertile Crescent
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Hydrological Engineering and Salinization
The stability of early Mesopotamian civilizations, particularly Sumer and Akkad, was inextricably linked to the management of the Tigris River and Euphrates River rivers. Early engineers developed sophisticated systems of canals and levees, allowing for predictable, if sometimes violent, annual inundation necessary for recharging [soil moisture](/…