The Principles and Practice of Surgery, Embracing Minor and Operative Surgery, Vol. 1: With a Bibliographical Index of American Surgical Writers From the Year 1783-1860; Arranged for the Use of Studen - Hardcover

Henry Hollingsworth Smith

9780266612919: The Principles and Practice of Surgery, Embracing Minor and Operative Surgery, Vol. 1: With a Bibliographical Index of American Surgical Writers From the Year 1783-1860; Arranged for the Use of Studen

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ISBN 10: 0266612911 ISBN 13: 9780266612919

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Essential, time-tested guidance for students and practitioners alike.

This classic surgical reference combines the best of three major treatises into one portable edition, offering a complete overview of general pathology, diagnosis, and treatment for aspiring surgeons. It is richly illustrated with wood cuts and steel engravings to aid study and clinical application.

This volume covers foundational topics in surgical practice, including nutrition, semiology, wound care, dressings, bandaging, and practical techniques that support patient care across many specialties. It presents a broad scope of methods, from simple dressings to complex bandages, and it discusses the handkerchief system and other practical tools used in the field. The book blends historical perspective with practical instruction, designed to serve as a textbook or a reliable bedside reference.

Detailed coverage of general surgical pathology and therapeutics
Clear guidance on dressings, bandages, and the application of splints and bandages
Practical approaches to wound management, inflammation, and infection
Illustrated techniques to support diagnosis, treatment, and patient care

Ideal for readers seeking a traditional, widely cited reference that supports a foundation in surgical practice and patient management.

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