1912 Obstetrical Emergencies Handbook with 1918 Medical Council Letter
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Offered is a rare 1912 edition of Obstetrical Emergencies, compiled by "An Experienced Obstetrician" for The Medical Council. This handbook was specifically designed for field use by doctors, featuring clinical data on pelvic positions, surgical emergencies, and labor management.
Condition: The handbook features a simple, durable orange cloth binding. The interior contains detailed line-drawn anatomical diagrams of the pelvis and practical medical guidance, such as instructions for intrauterine irrigation and the use of vaginal tampons. The included 1918 letter from the publisher shows expected signs of age, including fold lines, but remains a vital piece of provenance for the item.
Historical Significance: This handbook provides a fascinating glimpse into the standard medical practices and emergency procedures taught to obstetricians in the early 20th century.
Note: This is a vintage medical reference sold for its historical and collectible value.
Item Specifics
Topic: Obstetrics, Medical History
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: The Medical Council Company
Publication Year: 1912
Language: English
Subject: Medicine, Emergency Procedures
Special Attributes: Includes original 1918 correspondence
$69.80
Sale price
$69.80
Regular price
1912 Obstetrical Emergencies Handbook with 1918 Medical Council Letter
$69.80
Sale price
$69.80
Regular price
Offered is a rare 1912 edition of Obstetrical Emergencies, compiled by "An Experienced Obstetrician" for The Medical Council. This handbook was specifically designed for field use by doctors, featuring clinical data on pelvic positions, surgical emergencies, and labor management.
Condition: The handbook features a simple, durable orange cloth binding. The interior contains detailed line-drawn anatomical diagrams of the pelvis and practical medical guidance, such as instructions for intrauterine irrigation and the use of vaginal tampons. The included 1918 letter from the publisher shows expected signs of age, including fold lines, but remains a vital piece of provenance for the item.
Historical Significance: This handbook provides a fascinating glimpse into the standard medical practices and emergency procedures taught to obstetricians in the early 20th century.
Note: This is a vintage medical reference sold for its historical and collectible value.
Item Specifics
Topic: Obstetrics, Medical History
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: The Medical Council Company
Publication Year: 1912
Language: English
Subject: Medicine, Emergency Procedures
Special Attributes: Includes original 1918 correspondence