Appendicitis A Clinical Study [Paperback]

Originally published in 1937, this book provides a brief clinical study of appendicitis and its common varieties.Originally published in 1937, this book provides a brief clinical study of appendicitis and its common varieties. Bowen deals with topics such as the etiology and treatment of appendicitis as well as potential complications following the operation, such as fistula and jaundice.Originally published in 1937, this book provides a brief clinical study of appendicitis and its common varieties. Bowen deals with topics such as the etiology and treatment of appendicitis as well as potential complications following the operation, such as fistula and jaundice.Originally published in 1937, this book provides a brief clinical study of appendicitis and its common varieties. Bowen deals with topics such as the etiology and treatment of appendicitis as well as potential complications following the operation, such as fistula and jaundice. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of medicine.Preface; Introduction; 1. The etiology of appendicitis; 2. Diagnosis; 3. Differential diagnosis; 4. Complications; 5. Obstructive appendicitis; 6. Appendicitis with pregnancy and ambulatory appendicitis; 7. Treatment; 8. Complications following operation; 9. Prognosis; 10. Subacute appendicitis; 11. Chronic appendicitis; Index.