Orificial Surgery and Its Application to the Treatment of Chronic Diseases

First published in 1893, 'Orificial Surgery and Its Application to the Treatment of Chronic Diseases' is a pioneering work of medical theory and practice. Focusing on the body's natural orifices as sites for surgical intervention, the author argues that many chronic diseases can be cured or ameliorated through the careful application of surgical techniques. Though controversial in its time, the book provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of medical thought and practice.

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