Key Information
Reference code
KH/CN/1/90
Title
Case notes, 1861-1863, of surgical patients compiled on behalf of Sir William Fergusson, Surgeon, King's College Hospital
Date(s)
- 1861 Feb - 1863 Mar (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 aneurysm, carbuncles and other facial irregularities, rectal and other cancers, varicose veins, hernia, repairs to various injuries, and lithotomy (removal of a calculus or stone from the urinary system). 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 and discharge, disease and outcome. 1 volume. Fragile