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Ether And Chloroform: Their Employment In Surgery, Dentistry, Midwifery, Therapeutics, Etc. (1851)

Ether And Chloroform: Their Employment In Surgery, Dentistry, Midwifery, Therapeutics, Etc. (1851)

Flagg, John Foster Brewster

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ISBN10: 1164638262
ISBN13: 9781164638261
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 192
Weight: 0.58
Height: 0.41 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Ether and Chloroform: Their Employment in Surgery, Dentistry, Midwifery, Therapeutics, etc. is a book written by John Foster Brewster Flagg and originally published in 1851. The book is a comprehensive guide to the use of ether and chloroform as anesthetics in various medical procedures. The book begins with a historical overview of the development of anesthesia and the discovery of ether and chloroform. Flagg then delves into the chemical properties and physiological effects of these substances, explaining how they work to induce unconsciousness and block pain. The majority of the book is devoted to practical applications of ether and chloroform in surgery, dentistry, and midwifery. Flagg provides detailed instructions for administering the anesthetics, including dosage recommendations, methods of inhalation, and precautions to take to ensure patient safety. He also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of ether and chloroform compared to other anesthetics, such as opium and alcohol. In addition to its use in surgical procedures, Flagg explores the therapeutic benefits of ether and chloroform in treating various medical conditions, such as asthma, neuralgia, and hysteria. He also discusses the potential risks and side effects of using these substances, including the risk of addiction and respiratory depression. Overall, Ether and Chloroform: Their Employment in Surgery, Dentistry, Midwifery, Therapeutics, etc. is a valuable resource for medical professionals and historians interested in the history and practical applications of anesthesia.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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