Key Information
Reference code
KH/CN/1/88
Title
Case notes, 1860-1861, of surgical patients compiled on behalf of Sir William Fergusson, Surgeon, King's College Hospital
Date(s)
- 1860 Feb - 1861 May (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent
1 vol
Scope and content
Manuscript volume of surgical in-patient case notes compiled on behalf of William Fergusson, Professor of Surgery, King's College London, notably including cases of fracture, orthopaedic problems and a lithotomy (removal of a calculus or stone from the urinary system); with fine colour sketches by W F Clarke. Patient descriptions often include name, age, place of origin and current abode, occupation and health history. Indexed in alphabetical order, with names of patients, age, dates of admission, ward and disease. 1 volume. Fragile