Bright's Disease Of The Kidney (1888) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436792752)

Bright's Disease of the Kidney is a medical textbook written by Alfred Lebbeus Loomis and published in 1888. The book focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of Bright's disease, a kidney disorder that was named after the British physician Richard Bright. Loomis begins by providing an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the kidneys before delving into the symptoms, causes, and pathology of Bright's disease. He also discusses the various complications that can arise from the disease, such as dropsy and uremia. The book includes numerous case studies and clinical observations, as well as detailed descriptions of the various treatments available at the time, including dietary changes, medication, and surgical interventions. Loomis's work was highly influential in the field of nephrology and helped to establish the modern understanding of Bright's disease and its treatment.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Alfred Lebbeus Loomis
ISBN-10: 1436792754
ISBN-13: 9781436792752
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 124
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.39lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.26d