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LoC No.: 06046635
Title: On chloroform and other anæsthetics: their action and administration
Original Publication: United Kingdom: John Churchill,1858.
Note: Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "On Chloroform and Other Anæsthetics: Their Action and Administration" by John Snow is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work provides an in-depth exploration of anæsthetics, focusing on chloroform's development, action, and administration in surgical practices, reflecting significant advancements in medical science during its time. It also includes biographical elements about the author, illustrating his dedication to the field and his contributions to the evolution of surgical practices. The opening of the work introduces the legacy of Dr. John Snow, establishing the significance of his research and ideas surrounding the use of anæsthetics in medical procedures. The preface, authored by Benjamin W. Richardson, reveals the somber context of Snow's passing during the finalization of the manuscript and sets a tone for the importance of Snow’s contributions to medicine. Following this, the text outlines his pioneering efforts surrounding chloroform, indicating a historical progression in medical knowledge about pain management during surgery, while highlighting the need for careful administration to prevent complications. This section also hints at a comprehensive review of both historical practices and modern developments, indicating the book's broader relevance to medical practitioners and scholars interested in the evolution of surgical methods. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Snow, John, 1813-1858
Editor: Richardson, Benjamin Ward, 1828-1896
EBook No.: 68315
Published: Jun 14, 2022
Downloads: 75
Language: English
Subject: Chloroform
Subject: Anesthetics
Subject: Snow, John, 1813-1858
LoCC: Medicine: Surgery
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 06046635
Title: On chloroform and other anæsthetics: their action and administration
Original Publication: United Kingdom: John Churchill,1858.
Note: Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "On Chloroform and Other Anæsthetics: Their Action and Administration" by John Snow is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work provides an in-depth exploration of anæsthetics, focusing on chloroform's development, action, and administration in surgical practices, reflecting significant advancements in medical science during its time. It also includes biographical elements about the author, illustrating his dedication to the field and his contributions to the evolution of surgical practices. The opening of the work introduces the legacy of Dr. John Snow, establishing the significance of his research and ideas surrounding the use of anæsthetics in medical procedures. The preface, authored by Benjamin W. Richardson, reveals the somber context of Snow's passing during the finalization of the manuscript and sets a tone for the importance of Snow’s contributions to medicine. Following this, the text outlines his pioneering efforts surrounding chloroform, indicating a historical progression in medical knowledge about pain management during surgery, while highlighting the need for careful administration to prevent complications. This section also hints at a comprehensive review of both historical practices and modern developments, indicating the book's broader relevance to medical practitioners and scholars interested in the evolution of surgical methods. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Snow, John, 1813-1858
Editor: Richardson, Benjamin Ward, 1828-1896
EBook No.: 68315
Published: Jun 14, 2022
Downloads: 75
Language: English
Subject: Chloroform
Subject: Anesthetics
Subject: Snow, John, 1813-1858
LoCC: Medicine: Surgery
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.