ISBN: 9781332254347 - a catalogue of surgical instruments (classic reprint) (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 book transports readers to the bustling world of Victorian London, offering a glimpse into the daily life of a surgical instrument maker. The text is a reproduction of a catalogue created by Matthews Brothers, a firm supplying surgical tools to King's College Hospital and various London and provincial hospitals. Through this unique primary source, the author offers insights into the technical innovations and evolving practices of surgery during the mid-19th century. The catalogue details an impressive range of instruments, from the basic scalpels and bistouries to sophisticated tools for trephining, lithotomy, and midwifery. The book showcases the meticulous craftsmanship and the pursuit of excellence that defined the period. Beyond the technical details, the catalogue reveals the evolving role of the surgeon, the growing importance of medical innovation, and the rise of specialization in the medical field. The book provides a fascinating window into the surgical practices of a bygone era, revealing the anxieties and advancements of a time when medical science was rapidly evolving. This meticulous record of surgical instruments serves as a valuable historical document for medical historians, collectors, and anyone interested in the fascinating evolution of surgical practices. 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.…