A Hand-Book of Surgery (Classic Reprint): With Fifty Illustrations; Being a Portion of an Analytical Compendium of the Various Branches of Medicine - Couverture souple

Neill, John

 
9781528224086: A Hand-Book of Surgery (Classic Reprint): With Fifty Illustrations; Being a Portion of an Analytical Compendium of the Various Branches of Medicine

Synopsis

Essential reference from a classic surgical handbook This edition of A Hand-Book of Surgery offers practical, era‑appropriate guidance and clear explanations for common injuries and surgical topics, including inflammation, wounds, and the management of foreign bodies. The text blends foundational definitions with step‑by‑step approaches that were standard for its time, complemented by illustrations to aid understanding.

This excerpt frames the topic of inflammation, outlining its stages—from simple vascular excitement to active congestion and true inflammation—and describes the visible signs like redness, swelling, heat, and pain. It also touches on how predisposing and exciting causes influence inflammatory processes, and it presents practical notes on related conditions and treatments. Additional sections cover injuries of the neck, chest, and digestive tract, as well as procedures for dealing with foreign bodies in the esophagus and airway.

What you’ll experience
- A historical, structured overview of inflammation and its clinical characteristics
- Practical descriptions of managing wounds, chest injuries, and neck trauma
- Step-by-step methods for dealing with foreign bodies in the throat, esophagus, and larynx
- A glossary‑style breadth of terms related to ophthalmology and surgical topics of the era

Ideal for readers of medical history, students tracing the evolution of surgical practice, and collectors seeking a window into 19th‑century clinical instruction.

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9780266858454: A Hand-Book of Surgery: With Fifty Illustrations; Being a Portion of an Analytical Compendium of the Various Branches of Medicine (Classic Reprint)

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0266858457 ISBN 13 :  9780266858454
Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018
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