Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Silk Road
Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Mediterranean and the Silk Road
Christopher T. Leffler

Chapter 2: The Ophthalmology of the Ancient Greek Surgeon Antyllus
Matthias Witt

About this volume
Explore the fascinating history of cataract surgery from ancient to medieval times in this comprehensive analysis of early ophthalmological techniques. "Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Mediterranean and the Silk Road" traces the evolution of eye surgery through historical texts, cultural influences, and medical advancements. Featuring insights into ancient Greek, Roman, and Middle Eastern medical practices, as well as the ophthalmological contributions of Antyllus, this book is a must-read for historians of medicine, ophthalmologists, and those interested in the development of surgical techniques.
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Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Silk Road
Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Mediterranean and the Silk Road
Christopher T. Leffler

Chapter 2: The Ophthalmology of the Ancient Greek Surgeon Antyllus
Matthias Witt

About this volume
Explore the fascinating history of cataract surgery from ancient to medieval times in this comprehensive analysis of early ophthalmological techniques. "Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Mediterranean and the Silk Road" traces the evolution of eye surgery through historical texts, cultural influences, and medical advancements. Featuring insights into ancient Greek, Roman, and Middle Eastern medical practices, as well as the ophthalmological contributions of Antyllus, this book is a must-read for historians of medicine, ophthalmologists, and those interested in the development of surgical techniques.
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Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Silk Road

Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Silk Road

by Christopher Leffler
Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Silk Road

Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Silk Road

by Christopher Leffler

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Mediterranean and the Silk Road
Christopher T. Leffler

Chapter 2: The Ophthalmology of the Ancient Greek Surgeon Antyllus
Matthias Witt

About this volume
Explore the fascinating history of cataract surgery from ancient to medieval times in this comprehensive analysis of early ophthalmological techniques. "Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Mediterranean and the Silk Road" traces the evolution of eye surgery through historical texts, cultural influences, and medical advancements. Featuring insights into ancient Greek, Roman, and Middle Eastern medical practices, as well as the ophthalmological contributions of Antyllus, this book is a must-read for historians of medicine, ophthalmologists, and those interested in the development of surgical techniques.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9789062994762
Publisher: Kugler Publications
Publication date: 03/07/2025
Series: A New History of Cataract Surgery , #1
Pages: 176
Product dimensions: 8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.38(d)
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