De Venarum Ostiolis, 1603, Of Hieronymus Fabricius Of Aquapendente, 1533-1619 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258569730)

De Venarum Ostiolis, 1603, is a book authored by Hieronymus Fabricius Of Aquapendente, a renowned Italian anatomist who lived from 1533 to 1619. The book is a comprehensive study of the venous system of the human body, focusing on the valves that regulate blood flow in the veins. It was first published in 1603 and is considered a seminal work in the field of anatomy.The book is written in Latin and is divided into seven chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the venous system. Fabricius describes the anatomy of the veins and the structure and function of the valves that control blood flow. He also discusses the role of the venous system in the circulation of blood and the importance of understanding its function for the treatment of various medical conditions.This edition of the book, translated and annotated by Kenneth J. Franklin, provides a modern interpretation of Fabricius' work. It includes detailed illustrations and diagrams that help to clarify the complex anatomy of the venous system. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of anatomy or the study of the human body.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: Kenneth J. Franklin
ISBN-10: 1258569736
ISBN-13: 9781258569730
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 02/16/2013
Pages: 114
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d