The transformation of surgery 1845-1918 0.0 / 5 ? HistoryThe transformation of surgery 1845-1918GCSEEdexcel Created by: Laurenpulley5441Created on: 21-11-15 13:39 Drugs given to produce unconsciousness before and after surgery Anaesthetics 1 of 9 The infection of dead tissue causing foul-smelling gas Gangrene 2 of 9 Also known as blood poisoning. The body is overwhelmed with infections and so it offten causes death Sepsis 3 of 9 Chemicals used to destroy bacteria and prevent infection Antiseptics 4 of 9 Killing germs on the wound Antiseptic surgery 5 of 9 Removing germs from the operating theatre Aseptic surgery 6 of 9 Using a hot iron to burn body tissue. This seals the blood vessels and stops bleeding Cauterisation 7 of 9 A thread used to tie a blood vessel during an operation Ligatures 8 of 9 A bandage used to apply pressure and restrict blood flow to an open wound Tourniquet 9 of 9
Surgery 1845-1918, Key dates and facts for the edexcel source work exam 5.0 / 5 based on 1 rating Teacher recommended
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