Das Kindbettfieber: Mit 10 Tabellen...

By Robert Ferguson

"Das Kindbettfieber" (Childbed Fever) delves into the historical context of puerperal fever, a deadly infection that plagued new mothers for centuries. This work, featuring 10 tables, examines the causes, symptoms, and attempted treatments of this devastating illness. Focusing on the era before germ theory was widely accepted, the book sheds light on the challenges faced by physicians like Robert Ferguson in understanding and combating the disease.

The text explores the prevailing theories of infection, the debates surrounding contagion, and the gradual shift towards antiseptic practices. It offers insights into the social and medical conditions that contributed to the spread of childbed fever, providing a valuable resource for those interested in the history of medicine, obstetrics, and public health. Readers gain an appreciation for the pioneering efforts to reduce maternal mortality and the ongoing quest to understand infectious diseases.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1270784196
• ISBN13: 9781270784197
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.4" x 9.7"