Guerin versus malgaigne: A precedent for the free criticism of scientific papers

Abstract

The right to publish data and opinions which are critical of the theories and practices of our colleagues is taken for granted. This right was not gained without a struggle, both moral and legal. The case of Guerin versus Malgaigne established a significant precedent in this regard. Since the protagonists were both orthopaedic pioneers and the case involved the first surgical approach to the treatment of scoliosis, it is of great interest.

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