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A System of Surgery, Vol. 3 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Benjamin Bell

 
9780265423240: A System of Surgery, Vol. 3 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover practical, time-tested medical knowledge on common surgical conditions and eye procedures.

This edition draws on a classic treatise to explain the causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches for conditions like hemorrhoids, including when medical relief helps and when surgery becomes necessary. It also surveys surgical instruments and techniques used in eye operations, offering detailed descriptions that illuminate early ophthalmic practice.

  • Learn how hemorrhoids form, what symptoms they cause, and how doctors approach relief with medicines, lifestyle guidance, and careful surgical options.
  • Understand when to apply bleeding control, laxatives, topical remedies, and supportive care to reduce pain and prevent complications.
  • Explore the reasoning behind incisions, drainage, and postoperative care to prevent infection and promote healing.
  • Get an inside look at instrument design and the steps of common eye surgeries, including couching techniques and extracting the cataract, as described in the plates and explanations.
Ideal for readers of medical history, students of surgery, and professionals seeking a window into traditional surgical practices.

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