Reiter Syndrome Following Protracted Symptoms of Cyclospora Infection
2001
Reconsidering the Name of Reiter Syndrome
Commentary
Author Information
Author(s): Victor S. Sloan
Primary Institution: Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Conclusion
The author agrees that the term 'Reiter syndrome' should be replaced due to Hans Reiter's war crimes.
Supporting Evidence
- The author supports renaming 'Reiter syndrome' to avoid honoring a war criminal.
- The historical context of the syndrome's name is discussed.
Takeaway
Some people think we should stop using the name 'Reiter syndrome' because the person it was named after did bad things.
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