The Indian operation of couching for cataract by Robert Henry Elliot
"The Indian Operation of Couching for Cataract" by Robert Henry Elliot is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the history, techniques, and outcomes of the traditional Indian method of couching cataracts, a surgical procedure with roots tracing back to antiquity. Elliot reflects on his extensive experience and observations from his time as Superintendent of the Government Ophthalmic Hospital in Madras, highlighting the necessity for statistical
analysis to assess the procedure's efficacy. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for a thorough examination of the couching procedure, beginning with its historical context and evolving narrative around this ancient practice. Elliot introduces the technique, emphasizes its long-standing presence in Indian medicine, and contemplates its medical implications and successes compared to Western practices. He shares his initial horror at the operation's results, outlining his methodical approach to gathering data and insights on its efficacy through discussions with a wide array of practitioners and careful statistical analysis. This groundwork suggests that the book will provide a profound and critical understanding of both the historical and contemporary significance of couching within the field of ophthalmology. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Elliot, Robert Henry, 1864-1936 |
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| Title | The Indian operation of couching for cataract |
| Original Publication | New York: Paul B. Hoeber, 1918. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Thiers Halliwell, deaurider and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RE: Medicine: Ophthalmology |
| Subject | Cataract -- Surgery -- India |
| Subject | Ophthalmology -- India -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72361 |
| Release Date | Dec 9, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 119 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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