The Lettsomian Lectures on Diseases and Disorders of the Heart and Arteries in…
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"The Lettsomian Lectures on Diseases and Disorders of the Heart and Arteries in Middle and Advanced Age" by J. Mitchell Bruce is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on cardio-vascular diseases prevalent in middle-aged and older individuals, discussing their causes, clinical features, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. It addresses the practical challenges family practitioners face and emphasizes the importance of understanding both the natural progression of heart
conditions and the pathological changes that can occur. The opening of the text establishes the context for a series of lectures delivered to the Medical Society of London, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to present and underscoring the significance of studying heart and artery diseases in older adults. Bruce outlines the structure of his lectures, intending to offer valuable insights into the everyday challenges faced by practitioners when dealing with patients suffering from cardiac diseases. He emphasizes the blend of experience and clinical observation, establishing a foundation for discussing the practical implications of these conditions and exploring the necessary approach to treatment and overall patient care in the context of advancing age. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bruce, J. Mitchell (John Mitchell), 1846-1929 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Lettsomian Lectures on Diseases and Disorders of the Heart and Arteries in Middle and Advanced Life [1900-1901] |
| Credits |
Produced by Ian Deane, Julia Neufeld and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 38.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RC: Medicine: Internal medicine |
| Subject | Heart -- Diseases |
| Subject | Arteries -- Diseases |
| Subject | Cardiovascular system -- Diseases |
| Subject | Middle-aged persons |
| Subject | Older people |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43780 |
| Release Date | Sep 21, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 412 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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