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Gaillard's Medical Journal, Vol. 67: July, 1897 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

George Tucker Harrison

 
9780243052240: Gaillard's Medical Journal, Vol. 67: July, 1897 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book deep-dives into the perplexing case of gout, a disease that has fascinated and challenged the medical community for centuries. By meticulously examining the historical and scientific literature on gout, the author unravels its complex etiology, characterized by an excess of uric acid in the blood. The text delves into the various theories that have attempted to explain this phenomenon, from theories centered on the passive and toxic effects of uric acid crystals to the role of tissue damage and nervous disturbances. Through rigorous analysis and thought-provoking insights, the author highlights the challenges in understanding gout's origins and offers a comprehensive understanding of the disease. This book will be an illuminating and invaluable resource for medical professionals, students, and researchers seeking to unravel the complexities of gout.

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