Hamilton, David E. (Author)
University of Pittsburgh Press
Physical Details: xx + 556 pp.; ill.
Language: English
The first book of its kind, A History of Organ Transplantation examines the evolution of surgical tissue replacement from classical times through the medieval period and up to the present day. This volume will be useful to undergraduates, graduate students, scholars, surgeons, and the general public. Both Western and non-Western experiences as well as folk practices are included.
...MoreReview Maienschein, Jane (2014) Review of "A History of Organ Transplantation: Ancient Legends to Modern Practice". Studies in History and Philosophy of Science Part C: Studies in History and Philosophy of Biological and Biomedical Sciences (p. 104).
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