Historical aspects of obstetrics and gynaecology

ABSTRACT

This book contains the historical background to some facets of obstetrics and gynaecology. It relates how the present state of the specialty emerged from the past. Among the subjects addressed are the discovery of obstetric anaesthesia; ancient practice of contraception; the origin of Caesarean section; the pioneers of myomectomy and hysterectomy; the role of antisepsis in reducing maternal mortality