Excerpt from A Clinical and Histological Study of Certain Adenocarcinomata of the Breast and a Brief Consideration of the Supraclavicular Operation and of the Results of Operations for Cancer of the Breast From 1889 to 1898 at the Johns Hopkins Hospital
Above all, the Operator himself should study the material, in the operating-room, immediately after the Operation, and in the laboratory.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate world of breast cancer, a disease that plagued medical understanding in the late 19th century. The author, a leading surgeon of his time, meticulously explores the various forms of breast cancer, meticulously documenting his clinical and histological observations of these tumors. His research offers a unique window into the medical practices and knowledge of the era, shedding light on how surgeons approached this complex disease. The book meticulously outlines the author's surgical techniques, highlighting the pioneering nature of his approach to removing tumors, including the innovative use of skin grafting. He emphasizes the importance of meticulous observation and detailed documentation, advocating for a collaborative approach between surgeons and pathologists. The author's insights into the different types of breast cancer and their varying rates of malignancy are particularly notable, offering a glimpse into the challenges of accurately diagnosing and treating this disease during a time of limited medical knowledge. The book provides a fascinating and detailed account of the advancements in understanding breast cancer, revealing the state of surgical practice at the turn of the 20th century. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780260128447_0
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