Principles of War Surgery: Based on the Conclusions Adopted at the Various Interallied Surgical Conferences (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

United States Surgeon-General's Office

 
9780332407135: Principles of War Surgery: Based on the Conclusions Adopted at the Various Interallied Surgical Conferences (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book brings together the conclusions from the first four Allied Surgical Conferences that took place during the First World War. These conferences, attended by medical experts from multiple Allied nations, resulted in significant advancements in the surgical management of war injuries. The book covers numerous topics, including the principles of treating war wounds, methods for preventing infection, progress achieved in sterilizing wounds, and techniques for removing projectiles. It also delves into specific wound types, such as gas gangrene, and provides detailed guidance on their treatment. Additionally, the book examines the effectiveness of artificial limbs, surgical aspects of war fractures, and the surgical treatment of chest wounds. Through its comprehensive review of the latest surgical knowledge and practices of the time, this book provides valuable insights into the evolution of war surgery and its enduring significance for contemporary medicine

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