The Diseases Of The Breast And Their Treatment (1850) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437308181)

The Diseases of the Breast and Their Treatment, written by John Birkett in 1850, is a comprehensive medical text that explores various diseases that affect the breast, including tumors, abscesses, and inflammations. The book provides a detailed description of the anatomy and physiology of the breast, as well as the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of breast diseases. Birkett discusses the different types of breast tumors, including benign and malignant tumors, and provides a guide for their surgical removal. He also covers the use of various treatments, such as poultices, leeches, and caustics, for the treatment of breast abscesses and inflammations. The book includes detailed illustrations and case studies to aid in the understanding of the various breast diseases and their treatments. The Diseases of the Breast and Their Treatment is a valuable resource for medical professionals and students interested in the history of breast surgery and the treatment of breast diseases.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: John Birkett
ISBN-10: 143730818X
ISBN-13: 9781437308181
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/26/2008
Pages: 300
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.89lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d