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A Radical Operation for Procidentia: Read Before the New York Obstetrical Society, December 20, 1864
Explore a landmark 19th‑century surgical approach to prolapse repair and its real‑world results
A detailed account from 1864 presents the author’s method for treating complete procidentia, including step‑by‑step scarification and suturing techniques, plus case histories showing outcomes over time. This edition brings a window into historical obstetric practice and the care given to women with pelvic organ prolapse.
The book compiles formal observations and operative notes from the period, focusing on a procedure designed to keep the uterus in place by creating a supportive tissue fold. It includes descriptions of preoperative care, the operation itself, and postoperative follow‑ups, with attention to patient recovery and long‑term health. Readers will encounter practical considerations, apparatus discussions, and the evolution of technique as recorded by the surgeon.
Historical surgical method for procidentia and why it was considered effective for its time Case summaries detailing patient ages, histories, suturing strategies, and outcomes Notes on preoperative care, intraoperative steps, and postoperative management Discussion of instruments, sutures, and practical tips from the era Ideal for readers of medical history, obstetrics, and nineteenth‑century surgical practice who want a first‑hand view of early techniques and their reported success.
A detailed account from 1864 presents the author’s method for treating complete procidentia, including step‑by‑step scarification and suturing techniques, plus case histories showing outcomes over time. This edition brings a window into historical obstetric practice and the care given to women with pelvic organ prolapse.
The book compiles formal observations and operative notes from the period, focusing on a procedure designed to keep the uterus in place by creating a supportive tissue fold. It includes descriptions of preoperative care, the operation itself, and postoperative follow‑ups, with attention to patient recovery and long‑term health. Readers will encounter practical considerations, apparatus discussions, and the evolution of technique as recorded by the surgeon.
Historical surgical method for procidentia and why it was considered effective for its time Case summaries detailing patient ages, histories, suturing strategies, and outcomes Notes on preoperative care, intraoperative steps, and postoperative management Discussion of instruments, sutures, and practical tips from the era Ideal for readers of medical history, obstetrics, and nineteenth‑century surgical practice who want a first‑hand view of early techniques and their reported success.
26 pages, Paperback
Published October 3, 2018
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Thomas Addis Emmet
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