A Compendious System of Midwifery (Classic Reprint): Chiefly Designed to Facilitate the Inquiries of Those Who May Be Pursuing This Branch of Study; Illustrated by Occasional Cases - Couverture souple

William Dewees

 
9781332255849: A Compendious System of Midwifery (Classic Reprint): Chiefly Designed to Facilitate the Inquiries of Those Who May Be Pursuing This Branch of Study; Illustrated by Occasional Cases

Synopsis

A comprehensive guide to obstetric practice from an earlier era, featuring detailed plates of the pelvis, the uterus, and labor mechanisms. It presents the reasoning and techniques used to understand and manage childbirth.

This edition compiles systematic chapters on anatomy, conception, labor, and the management of difficult or preternatural labors. It includes practical instructions for turning, the use of forceps, and scenarios across vertex, breech, and other presentations, supported by illustrative plates.

- Learn the anatomy of the pelvis and its influence on labor
- Explore stages of labor, contractions, and the maternal and fetal changes
- Study breech presentations, aims of intervention, and turning techniques
- Review forceps application, indications, and step-by-step guidance for delivery

Ideal for readers with an interest in historical midwifery methods, medical students, and practitioners exploring foundational obstetric techniques.

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