First use of anaesthesia in surgery
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First use of anaesthesia in surgery
morton, william morton, anaesthesia, anaesthetic, narcosis, narcotic, analgesia, analgesic, operation, surgeon, john warren, boston, massachusetts, surgical, general, ether, ether sulphurous, intervention, hospital, dentist, dentistry, c0164225
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Anaesthesia Anaesthetic Analgesia Analgesic Boston Dentist Dentistry Ether General Hospital Massachusetts Narcotic Operation Surgeon Surgical Intervention Morton
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a groundbreaking moment in medical history - the first use of anaesthesia in surgery. The image showcases Dr. William Morton, an innovative surgeon from Boston, Massachusetts, as he administers ether to his patient before a surgical intervention. This revolutionary technique marked the beginning of a new era in medicine and forever changed the field of surgery. In this historical snapshot, we witness the collaboration between Dr. Morton and renowned surgeon Dr. John Warren, who trusted this novel method enough to perform an operation under general anaesthesia. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation and excitement as they embark on uncharted territory. The significance of this milestone cannot be overstated; it paved the way for painless surgeries and transformed dentistry into a more comfortable experience for patients worldwide. Through the administration of ether sulphurous, surgeons were able to induce narcosis effectively while providing analgesia during procedures. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph print by Science Photo Library, we are reminded of how far medical science has come since that fateful day when anaesthesia was first introduced into surgical practice. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of advancements that enhance both patient care and scientific knowledge alike.
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