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The principles and practice of modern surgery
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About this book
Creators: Roswell Park (1852-1914) "The Principles and Practice of Modern Surgery" by Roswell Park is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive work focuses on the field of surgery, detailing both the underlying principles and practical applications necessary for the treatment of various surgical conditions. It aims to provide a clear understanding of contemporary surgical practices while incorporating extensive illustrations to enhance learning. At the start of the text, the author outlines the objectives of the book, emphasizing the need for a new, structured approach to teaching surgery that integrates the author's extensive knowledge and experience. Park elaborates on the evolution of surgery as a discipline, noting its transition from a practice associated with barbers and medieval restrictions to a respected science that encompasses a wide array of medical knowledge. He also underscores the importance of collaboration between physicians and surgeons and sets the stage for a detailed discussion of surgical pathology and procedures, beginning with the concepts of hyperemia and its consequences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading Level: Reading ease score: 47.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. Rights: Public domain in the USA. Downloads: 1148