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Deaths in Childbed and Our Lying-In Hospitals

Deaths in Childbed and Our Lying-In Hospitals

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Health GeneralMedical ReferenceGeneral European History

ISBN10: 1145829066
ISBN13: 9781145829060
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Feb 24 2010
Pages: 256
Weight: 0.80
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: German

Deaths in Childbed and Our Lying-In Hospitals is a historical examination of puerperal fever, also known as childbed fever, and its prevalence in 19th-century lying-in hospitals. Written by Aeneas Munro and originally published in German, this work delves into the causes and potential preventions of this deadly infection that afflicted women after childbirth. The book offers insights into the medical practices and hospital conditions of the era, shedding light on the challenges faced by healthcare providers in combating infectious diseases. This is a valuable resource for understanding the history of obstetrics, hospital hygiene, and the evolution of medical knowledge concerning puerperal fever.

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