A Compend of Operative Gynecology: Based on Lectures in the Course of Operative Gynecology on the Cadaver at the New York Post-Graduate Medical School and Hospital (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Seaman Bainbridge

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265933013 ISBN 13: 9780265933015

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Essential, hands-on guide for operative gynecology learners.

This concise reference stems from a cadaver-based course and presents key procedures in a practical, step-by-step format. It combines anatomy, technique, and clinical relevance to help students understand how to approach abdominal and pelvic operations with confidence.

This edition emphasizes fundamentals a gynecologic surgeon must master, including exploring abdominal viscera, managing vascular structures, and performing common procedures with careful tissue handling. The content is organized by procedure and paired with notes on indications, technique, and aftercare to support real-world surgical training.

• Defines core procedures from exposure to closure, with emphasis on safe anatomy and protective nerve and vessel handling.
• Offers technique variations and practical tips for timing, incisions, and suturing to minimize complications.
• Integrates a surgical perspective on multiple approaches to pelvic organ management and repair.

Ideal for students and early-career surgeons seeking a compact, classroom- and clinic-ready reference that stays true to the cadaver-based teaching origins.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265933013
• ISBN 13: 9780265933015
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 81