Thomas Wharton 1614 - 1673
- occupation:
- Anatomist,
- Physician
- Nationality:
- English
- born in:
- Winston-on-Tees, Durham, England
described a submandibular duct (salivary duct) known as Wharton's duct and Wharton's jelly (from the umbilical cord).
described a submandibular duct (salivary duct) known as Wharton's duct and Wharton's jelly (from the umbilical cord).