Isbn: 9780243125708 - pediatrics, vol. 22: a monthly journal devoted to the study of disease in infants and children; january 1 to december 31, 1910 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the dramatic rise and troubling impact of cerebrospinal meningitis, a devastating disease that swept through New York City in the early 20th century. The author, a leading physician during the epidemic, provides a gripping account of the disease's symptoms, its prevalence among children, and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals in combating its high mortality rate. Through meticulous research and firsthand observations, the author sheds light on the complexities of the disease, the search for its cause, and the development of innovative treatments, including the groundbreaking use of Flexner's serum. This book offers a unique historical perspective on a disease that continues to pose challenges in the present day, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…