The Principles and Practice of Surgery, Vol. 3: Being a Treatise on Surgical Diseases and Injuries (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

David Hayes Agnew

9780331053753: The Principles and Practice of Surgery, Vol. 3: Being a Treatise on Surgical Diseases and Injuries (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0331053756 ISBN 13: 9780331053753

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A definitive reference for advanced surgical care in the late 19th century, offering detailed techniques, illustrations, and practical guidance.

Volume III of The Principles and Practice of Surgery covers subregional disease and injury, with in‑depth discussions of the larynx, trachea, and the nose and naso‑pharyngeal region. It pairs explanatory text with numerous illustrations and step‑by‑step operative descriptions, serving as a practical handbook for surgeons and students of the era. The book presents a historical view of surgical methods, outcomes, and the evolving standards of care that shaped modern practice.

Focused chapters on diseases and injuries of the larynx, trachea, and upper air passages.
Detailed operative techniques, including airway operations, tumor management, and related procedures.
Extensive illustrations and diagrams to aid understanding of anatomy and instruments.
Context on clinical reasoning, preparation, and postoperative practices of the period.

Ideal for readers interested in medical history, surgical technique development, and the foundations of modern thoracic and head‑and‑neck surgery.

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