Rare case studies from 18th‑century midwifery reveal how doctors handled difficult births This volume gathers detailed observations on labor, delivery, and postpartum events, offering insight into the era’s medical reasoning and techniques. From twins and breech presentations to unusual membranes and retained placentas, the narratives illuminate challenges, decision points, and outcomes in real cases.
- Explore how practitioners diagnosed and managed complex deliveries, including multiple gestations and abnormal presentations.
- See how hands‑on techniques, instruments, and careful monitoring shaped different outcomes.
- Learn about postpartum complications, placenta retention, and rare fetal conditions described by experienced doctors.
- Understand the cautionary notes and practical recommendations that guided midwives and physicians of the time.
Ideal for readers of medical history and students of obstetrics who want a window into historical practice, patient care, and the evolution of childbirth medicine.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a seminal collection of 100 case studies that provide a detailed insight into the challenges and triumphs of midwifery in the 18th century. The author, a prominent medical practitioner of the time, presents a wide range of cases, from straightforward deliveries to complex complications, offering a unique glimpse into the realities of childbirth during that era. The book not only serves as a valuable historical record but also sheds light on the evolution of medical practices and the development of midwifery as a skilled profession. Through these case studies, readers gain a deep understanding of the challenges faced by midwives and the resourcefulness they employed to ensure the well-being of mothers and infants. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333789350_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333789350
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333789350
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