A Text-Book of the Principles and Practice of Medicine: For the Use of Medical Students and Practitioners (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Henry M. Lyman

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0260104868 ISBN 13: 9780260104861

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2019

Synopsis

Comprehensive, practice-ready coverage of pleural diseases and their
signs.
This medical reference explains how pleurisy develops, how different exudates form, and how the body responds with symptoms and measurable signs. It combines clear descriptions with concrete clinical details, helping readers distinguish serous, fibrinous, purulent, hemorrhagic, and ichorous pleuritis, as well as the nuances of pleural effusion and related complications.

Written for students and practitioners, the book grounds the subject in observed patterns, including changes in the pleural surfaces, adhesions, displacement of thoracic structures, and variations in fever and pain. It also notes how physical findings like fremitus, percussion, and vocal resonance may appear under different conditions, providing a solid framework for diagnosis and patient care.

• Types of pleural exudates and their microscopic and macroscopic features
• Progression from serous inflammation to effusion, adhesions, and possible complications
• Clinical signs, including pain, cough, fever patterns, and respiratory movement limitations
• How to interpret physical findings and imaging cues to assess extent and displacement

Ideal for readers seeking a clear, clinically grounded overview of pleurisy within a broader medical text.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0260104868
• ISBN 13: 9780260104861
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 1000