William Harvey — "The heart by its pulsific action moves, perfects, and cherishes the blood, and p…"
The heart by its pulsific action moves, perfects, and cherishes the blood, and preserves it from corruption and coagulation.
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From 'De Motu Cordis' (1628). Describes the heart's multifaceted role beyond just pumping.
Date: 1628
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