I-em-hotep and Ancient Egyptian medicine: II. Prevention of valvular disease

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Author Caton, Richard, 1842-1926
Title I-em-hotep and Ancient Egyptian medicine: II. Prevention of valvular disease
The Harveian Oration delivered before the Royal college of physicians on June 21, 1904
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Summary "I-em-hotep and Ancient Egyptian Medicine: II. Prevention of Valvular Disease" by Richard Caton is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the medical practices of ancient Egypt, particularly examining the contributions of I-em-hotep, a prominent physician and deity in Egyptian culture, along with insights into the prevention of circulatory diseases that are prevalent even today. The text offers a detailed exploration of I-em-hotep's legacy, portraying him as not only a healer but also a figure intertwined with architecture, magic, and governance. Caton discusses the medical papyri from ancient Egypt, highlighting their knowledge of anatomy and early understandings of the circulatory system. The oration blends historical and archaeological insights with modern medical perspectives, particularly emphasizing preventive measures for heart valve diseases - suggesting that the ancient Egyptians advocated for rest to aid in healing, a principle that he advocates for in contemporary medicine as well. The conclusion advocates for a convergence of ancient wisdom and modern therapeutic understanding in treating heart conditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class RC: Medicine: Internal medicine
Subject Heart valves -- Diseases
Subject Medicine, Egyptian
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EBook-No. 61800
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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