A Statistical Inquiry Into the Nature and Treatment of Epilepsy by Bennett
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"A Statistical Inquiry Into the Nature and Treatment of Epilepsy" by A. Hughes Bennett is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work systematically examines epilepsy, including its etiology, symptoms, and the effects of bromide treatment, drawing on clinical observations to enhance understanding and improve treatment protocols. It aims to provide concrete data to add to the medical community's comprehension of epilepsy, a condition that has historically been shrouded
in uncertainty. The opening of the book establishes the foundation for a rigorous scientific inquiry into epilepsy, emphasizing the importance of carefully recorded clinical data over mere conjecture. Bennett introduces his investigation into the causes and manifestations of epilepsy, highlighting challenges in accurately assessing the disease due to the reliance on patient testimony. He sets the stage for a series of statistical analyses focused on various factors, such as sex, age, occupation, and hereditary tendencies, that play a role in epilepsy's presentation. The inquiry underscores the significance of different treatment methods, particularly the prolonged administration of bromides, providing a framework for evaluating their effectiveness in managing seizures and enhancing patients' overall conditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bennett, Alexander Hughes, 1848-1901 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Statistical Inquiry Into the Nature and Treatment of Epilepsy |
| Credits |
Produced by Bryan Ness, Leonard Johnson 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: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RC: Medicine: Internal medicine |
| Subject | Epilepsy |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36474 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-36474-2 |
| Release Date | Jun 20, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 417 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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