9780282674328 - Gunshot Wounds and Other Injuries of Nerves (Classic Reprint) de Mitchell, Silas Weir (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This significant book, from the American Civil War era, provides a comprehensive analysis of gunshot wounds and other nerve injuries sustained by soldiers. The authors, acting assistant surgeons in charge of wards for diseases of the nervous system, meticulously studied nearly 120 cases to gain a deeper understanding of the immediate and long-term effects of nerve damage. Through thorough clinical histories, statistical analysis, and case studies, the authors examine the impact of nerve wounds on motor and sensory functions, as well as the associated alterations in nutrition, calorification, and electrical conductivity. By presenting a wide range of injuries, from gunshot wounds of major nerves to lesions of nerve centers, the book offers valuable insights into the pathophysiology and treatment of nerve damage. Its historical significance lies in capturing the state of knowledge about nerve injuries during a period of significant medical advancement. The authors' observations and conclusions continue to resonate with contemporary medical practice and underscore the importance of specialized care for nerve injuries. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.