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YAMilestones in Discovery and Invention series.
Seven chapters describe the discovery and development of anesthesia, antisepsis, x-rays, blood transfusion, artificial organs, organ transplants, and advanced medical imaging. The evolution of each technology is explained, and boxed sections highlight key words, social issues, and personal experiences. Each chapter has a time line, bibliography, and notes. Black-and-white photos and illustrations are included. Ind.