Excerpt from System of Surgery, Vol. 1: The History of Surgery, Pathology, Bacteriology, Infections, Anaesthesia, Fractures and Dislocations, Operative Surgery
The Editor takes this occasion to acknowledge his Obligations to the contributors, each one Of whom is a teacher Of Surgery or a director in some large surgical clinic or hospital, and who, for this reason, is capable Of speaking with clinical authority from an experience based on the study and Observation Of a large number Of cases. Each department is thus treated by an acknowledged master of the subject, who is able to present the most modern and advanced views in the most cogent and demonstrative way.
The Editor trusts that he will be found to have succeeded in the endeavor to present a work of the Scope and breadth that this great subject demands, and that an appreciative reception will be accorded to the results given by the contributors, who, though busy men, have con sented to Offer the fruits of their labors for the benefit of the medical profession.
The Editor especially desires to acknowledge, with sincere thanks, the great assistance accorded to him by dr. John S billings, through whose valuable services and co-operation he has been enabled to bring before the profession this work in its present comprehensive and at the same time compact form.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a chronological analysis of the historical development in surgical practices from the ancient world up through the 19th century. It covers various topics, including the evolution of surgical techniques, surgical instruments, and the role of eminent surgeons and scholars throughout history. The author expertly weaves together excerpts from original texts to provide a thorough examination of surgical practices across different cultures and time periods. The book offers a unique insight into the origins and growth of surgery as a medical discipline, highlighting the significant contributions made by surgeons from ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, through the Middle Ages, and up to the Renaissance and beyond. This captivating journey through the history of surgery reveals the ingenuity, advancements, and dedication of those who have shaped this critical medical field. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334529542_0
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