Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the meticulous world of post-mortem examinations, offering a detailed guide to the methods and procedures used in the 19th century. The author, a prominent medical figure of the time, shares his firsthand experience and expertise, advocating for a systematic and comprehensive approach to autopsies. He argues for a standardized method of examination, emphasizing the importance of following a specific order of sequence to ensure thoroughness and avoid overlooking crucial details. The book highlights the significance of examining each organ in a specific order, with the author providing detailed explanations for this seemingly arbitrary approach. He also explores the importance of correct terminology and the need for precise descriptions, highlighting the dangers of misinterpretations and the potential for misdiagnoses. Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the need for a scientific and objective approach to autopsies, both for clinical and legal purposes. He critiques the practices of the time, highlighting the shortcomings of unmethodical examinations and the resulting inaccurate reports. His insights on the importance of a standardized approach to post-mortem examinations remain relevant even today, demonstrating the enduring value of a methodical and rigorous approach to scientific inquiry. 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.