Minor Surgery and Bandaging (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781144710338)

Minor Surgery and Bandaging (1902) by Henry Redwood Wharton is a practical guide to basic surgical procedures and wound care. Designed for medical students, nurses, and general practitioners, the book offers detailed instructions on a range of minor surgical techniques, including wound closure, abscess drainage, and foreign body removal. The text provides thorough guidance on the proper application of bandages for various types of injuries and conditions, emphasizing the importance of aseptic techniques and careful patient management.

Illustrated with diagrams and step-by-step instructions, this historical manual remains a valuable resource for understanding the principles of surgical practice and the fundamentals of wound management as they were understood at the turn of the 20th century. Wharton's comprehensive approach makes "Minor Surgery and Bandaging" an essential reference for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the evolution of surgical techniques.

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