
audiobook
by Alexis Thomson, Alexander Miles
MANUAL OF SURGERY - BY ALEXIS THOMSON, F.R.C.S.Ed. AND Eng. PROFESSOR OF SURGERY, UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH SURGEON EDINBURGH ROYAL INFIRMARY AND ALEXANDER MILES, F.R.C.S.Ed. SURGEON EDINBURGH ROYAL INFIRMARY
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
MANUAL OF SURGERY - CHAPTER I INJURIES OF BONES
CHAPTER II INJURIES OF JOINTS
CHAPTER III INJURIES IN THE REGION OF THE SHOULDER AND UPPER ARM
CHAPTER IV INJURIES IN THE REGION OF THE ELBOW AND FOREARM
CHAPTER V INJURIES IN THE REGION OF THE WRIST AND HAND
CHAPTER VI INJURIES IN THE REGION OF THE PELVIS, HIP-JOINT, AND THIGH
CHAPTER VII INJURIES IN THE REGION OF THE KNEE AND LEG
CHAPTER VIII INJURIES IN REGION OF ANKLE AND FOOT
A thorough, practical guide for anyone working with injuries of the limbs, head, and neck, this volume walks readers through the essential principles of diagnosis, reduction, and fixation. It starts with clear explanations of bone anatomy and common fracture patterns, then moves to step‑by‑step techniques for managing dislocations, splinting, and operative approaches. Each section balances detailed description with the clinical reasoning needed to choose the right treatment.
Richly illustrated throughout, the book features more than 280 drawings that bring complex procedures to life, from the nuances of shoulder reduction to the intricacies of pelvic fractures. Updated for its sixth edition, the text reflects the latest standards of early‑20th‑century surgery while remaining accessible to both students and seasoned practitioners. Whether you’re reviewing basics or refining your operative skills, the manual serves as a reliable, hands‑on reference for the challenges of extremity, head, and neck surgery.
Language
en
Duration
~22 hours (1286K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Chris Logan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
Mar 29, 2009
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1863–1924
A Scottish surgeon and medical writer, he helped shape early 20th-century surgical teaching through clear, practical books used by students and doctors alike. Best known for co-authoring the widely read Manual of Surgery, he brought academic precision and clinical experience together on the page.
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Best known for a lifesaving elevator safety improvement, this 19th-century inventor and businessman helped make everyday travel in tall buildings far safer. His story also reflects a life of ambition, entrepreneurship, and persistence.
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