title: From Hutchinson to now: a historical glimpse.
abstract: Jonathan Hutchinson is a convenient starting point for a glimpse through the history and milestones of sarcoidosis. The influence of various countries is recognized by its pioneers of sarcoidosis. This historical account is brought up-to-date by the word "NOW," implying how are we addressing the enigma that continues to elude us--namely, the cause of sarcoidosis. This review of the past 150 years or so outlines the countries and personalities that have carried the Olympic torch.
authors.affiliation: Royal Free Hospital, London, UK.
authors.forename: D Geraint
authors.initials: DG
authors.lastname: James
authors.forename: Om P
authors.initials: OP
authors.lastname: Sharma
mesh_terms: D005060:Europe; D049672:History, 19th Century; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D007564:Japan; D015272:Pulmonary Medicine / Q000266:history*; D012507:Sarcoidosis / Q000266:history*; D014481:United States