Diseases of the Bladder and Prostate (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2016
- Softcover
- New
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Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricacies of bladder and prostate ailments, offering a comprehensive guide for medical practitioners of the time. Written to compile the best available knowledge, the author aims to equip doctors with the tools needed to better treat sufferers of these often debilitating conditions. The book begins by meticulously outlining the anatomy of the bladder and prostate, laying the groundwork for understanding their functions and dysfunctions. It then moves on to explore the process of micturition and its connection to bladder and prostate health. The author goes into detail about how to examine these organs, emphasizing both direct and indirect methods. He advocates for a combination of visual, digital, bi-manual, and instrumental approaches, stressing the importance of a thorough examination for accurate diagnosis. The text goes on to address the prevention of shock during and after operations on the bladder and prostate, a pressing concern for surgeons of the era. The author discusses the use of anesthetics and highlights the value of cocaine as a local anesthetic. However, he also acknowledges the limits of its effectiveness in certain situations and advocates for the use of general anesthesia. The book also explores the complexities of bladder and prostate deformities, including extroversion, hernia, and wounds. The author provides detailed guidance on treating these conditions, including surgical procedures and the use of pessaries. The book's exploration of bladder and prostate ailments offers a valuable glimpse into the medical knowledge and practices of its time, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive examination and skillful surgical intervention for treating these challenging conditions. 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.…
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- Title
- Diseases of the Bladder and Prostate (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Hal C. Wyman
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1333247966
- ISBN 13
- 9781333247966
- Seller catalogs
- Surgery
Essential guide to the bladder and prostate, with practical patient-focused insights and clinical grounding.
This edition presents a clear overview of the bladder’s anatomy, how it works, and the common ways disease can affect its function. It also explores how doctors examine the bladder and prostate, diagnose conditions, and choose treatments. The text covers neuralgia, micturition, and symptoms that help distinguish different urinary problems, plus practical notes on exams, catheter use, and surgical options.
- Plain explanations of bladder and prostate structure and how they interact with each other.
- Step-by-step descriptions of common examinations, including bi-manual techniques and the role of imaging and tests.
- Guidance on managing conditions like bladder pain, infections, stones, and enlargement of the prostate, with a focus on practical treatment approaches.
- A historical perspective on evolving surgical ideas and when non-surgical care may be appropriate.
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.
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