About Mikito Takayasu
Lived 1860 – 1938 (aged 78). Mikito Takayasu was a Japanese ophthalmologist and professor.
was a Japanese ophthalmologist known for his discovery of Takayasu's arteritis.
He graduated from Tokyo Imperial University in 1887 and worked at what was to become Kanazawa University School of Medicine in Kanazawa, Ishikawa. After moving to Beppu, Kyushu he died in November 1938.
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Who was Mikito Takayasu?
Japanese ophthalmologist
When was Mikito Takayasu born?
Mikito Takayasu was born on 4 September 1860 in Hizen Province.
When did Mikito Takayasu die?
Mikito Takayasu died on 20 November 1938 in Beppu.
What was Mikito Takayasu's occupation?
Mikito Takayasu was an ophthalmologist and professor.
What nationality was Mikito Takayasu?
Mikito Takayasu was Japanese.
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