An Introduction to General Pathology: Founded on Three Lectures Delivered at the Royal College of Surgeons London, 1886 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Explore how disease in humans mirrors conditions in animals, through the lens of evolution and pathology.
The book introduces general pathology by linking vast clinical facts to the principles of evolution. It draws on extensive study of diseases across many species, showing how structural differences and life habits shape disease patterns. This edition gathers lectures that highlight practical insights for doctors, veterinarians, and students alike.
Readers will gain a clearer view of how nutrition, degeneration, inflammation, cysts, and neoplasms develop and interact in both humans and animals. The material emphasizes real-world cases and diagrams, making complex ideas more accessible to readers seeking solid, applicable knowledge.
- Connections between disease in humans and disease in lower animals
- Foundations of inflammation, degeneration, and necrosis, with practical examples
- Classification and origin of cysts, tumors, and other pathology topics
- Historical context and the role of comparative anatomy in pathology
Ideal for readers of medical and veterinary pathology, anatomy students, and professionals seeking a historically grounded overview of disease mechanisms.
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