Théophile Alajouanine

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Théophile Alajouanine (June 12, 1890, Verneix-Allier – 1980) was a French neurologist.

Théophile Alajouanine was a pupil of Joseph Jules Dejerine and worked with Georges Guillain and Charles Foix. He wrote prolifically on many topics but was especially interested in Aphasia.

Great scholar and enthusiastic bibliophile, Alajouanine privileged relationships with famous writers during his neurological career. Dostoievski's biography and works provided him with a penetrating look into the world of epilepsy.

[edit] Associated eponyms

• Foix-Alajouanine disease: A rare disease of the spinal cord characterised by softening of the grey matter with obliterative sclerosis of the small vessels supplying the spinal cord.
• Marie-Foix-Alajouanine syndrome: Ataxia of the cerebellum in advanced age. Frequently due to abuse of alcohol.