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Epilepsy And Other Convulsive Affections: Their Pathology And Treatment (1858)

Epilepsy And Other Convulsive Affections: Their Pathology And Treatment (1858)

Radcliffe, Charles Bland

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ISBN10: 1164635654
ISBN13: 9781164635659
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 396
Weight: 1.16
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Epilepsy And Other Convulsive Affections: Their Pathology And Treatment is a medical book written by Charles Bland Radcliffe and first published in 1858. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the pathology and treatment of epilepsy and other convulsive disorders. Radcliffe begins by describing the symptoms and causes of epilepsy, including the different types of seizures that can occur. He then discusses the various theories of epilepsy that were prevalent at the time, including the idea that it was caused by a disturbance in the nervous system or by a morbid irritability of the brain. The book also covers other convulsive disorders, such as chorea and tetanus, and their treatment. Radcliffe describes the use of various drugs, including opium and bromide, as well as surgical interventions such as trepanning (drilling a hole in the skull) and cauterization. Throughout the book, Radcliffe emphasizes the importance of careful observation and diagnosis in the treatment of these disorders. He also discusses the psychological and social consequences of epilepsy, including the stigma that often accompanies the condition. Overall, Epilepsy And Other Convulsive Affections: Their Pathology And Treatment provides a valuable historical perspective on the understanding and treatment of epilepsy and other convulsive disorders in the mid-19th century.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.

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