History Of Surgery Flashcards
What year did Hannah Greener die from an overdose of Chloroform?
1848.
What year was Chloroform discovered?
1847.
Who discovered Chloroform?
James Simpson
1 reason people opposed the use of anesthetics?
Religious beliefs - pain was a blessing from God
Another reason why anesthetics were opposed?
Surgeons prided themselves on speed to reduce their patients pain - anaesthetics took away pain
Why was Hannah Greeners death such a massive influence for people opposing Chloroform?
Because Hannah Greener’s death was in 1848 - only a year after Chloroform was discovered.
1 problem with Ether?
It irritated eyes and lungs.
Another problem with Ether?
Horrible smell.
Problem with Ether?
Didn’t know the full effects.
Who discovered Nitrous Oxide and what year?
Humphrey Davey in 1799.
How was Nitrous Oxide used as entertainment?
It was also used for laughing gas.
1 problem with Nitrous Oxide?
Was too weak to knock the patient out.
When was the ‘Black Period Of Surgery’ and how long did it last?
1847-1867. It lasted for 20 years.
What was the ‘Black Period Of Surgery’?
The use of anesthetics allowed surgeons to take their time during surgeries. This led Surgeons to perform more complex operations, causing more blood loss and infections.
1 problem with Chloroform?
It made some patients vomit.
