This book explores wounds, their treatment, and prognosis, as understood during the mid to late 18th century. The author, a distinguished surgeon and anatomist, explains that beneficial inflammation is a natural response to wounds, but that extreme degrees of inflammation should be prevented. He emphasizes the importance of attending to any internal bleeding before treating other aspects of the injury. In addition, the author explains the circumstances in which certain wound treatments should and should not be used, such as tourniquets, ligatures, and various dressings. This book provides an in-depth look at the nature of wounds, with detailed explanations of how to treat and manage them, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the history of medical science.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores wounds, their treatment, and prognosis, as understood during the mid to late 18th century. The author, a distinguished surgeon and anatomist, explains that beneficial inflammation is a natural response to wounds, but that extreme degrees of inflammation should be prevented. He emphasizes the importance of attending to any internal bleeding before treating other aspects of the injury. In addition, the author explains the circumstances in which certain wound treatments should and should not be used, such as tourniquets, ligatures, and various dressings. This book provides an in-depth look at the nature of wounds, with detailed explanations of how to treat and manage them, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the history of medical science. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781527742253_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781527742253
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