An Investigation into the Nature of Black Phthisis by Archibald Makellar
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"An Investigation into the Nature of Black Phthisis" by Archibald Makellar is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The work delves into the specific pulmonary disease known as "black phthisis," which affects coal miners due to the inhalation of toxic carbonaceous materials, often exacerbated by poor ventilation and the use of gunpowder in mining operations. Makellar's examination focuses on the symptoms, progression, and post-mortem findings of this debilitating condition, highlighting
its unique characteristics in contrast to other forms of pulmonary illnesses. The opening of the investigation presents the background and foundational research conducted by Dr. Makellar, culminating in a detailed description of the disease's etiology and pathology. He discusses the detrimental effects caused by the inhalation of various harmful substances in coal mines, outlining the clinical manifestations, including coughing, black expectoration, and general physical decline. The text also references previous medical observations related to the disease and prepares the reader for a series of case studies that will illustrate the progressive nature of black phthisis, offering a comprehensive overview of its medical significance amidst the plight of coal miners in Scotland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Makellar, Archibald |
|---|---|
| Title |
An Investigation into the Nature of Black Phthisis or Ulceration Induced by Carbonaceous Accumulation in the Lungs of Coal Miners |
| Credits |
Produced by Bryan Ness, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RC: Medicine: Internal medicine |
| Subject | Miners' phthisis |
| Subject | Lungs -- Dust diseases |
| Subject | Coal miners -- Diseases |
| Subject | Miners -- Diseases |
| Subject | Occupational diseases |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21907 |
| Release Date | Jun 23, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 315 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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