Publisher's Synopsis
""Clinical Lectures of Senile and Chronic Diseases"" is a medical book written by Jean-Martin Charcot, a renowned French neurologist who is regarded as the founder of modern neurology. This book was originally published in 1881 and contains a series of clinical lectures given by Charcot on the topic of senile and chronic diseases. The lectures cover a wide range of topics, including the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of various chronic diseases that are common in elderly patients. Charcot provides detailed descriptions of the clinical features of these diseases, as well as their underlying pathophysiology. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different type of disease. These include diseases of the nervous system, such as Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis, as well as cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, and gastrointestinal disorders. Throughout the book, Charcot emphasizes the importance of careful observation and accurate diagnosis in the treatment of chronic diseases. He also discusses the use of various therapeutic interventions, including medication, surgery, and physical therapy. Overall, ""Clinical Lectures of Senile and Chronic Diseases"" is a valuable resource for medical professionals and students who are interested in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic illnesses. Charcot's insights and observations continue to influence the field of neurology and medicine to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
