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Ancient Practices That Influenced Modern Surgery
Did you know that some of the foundations of modern surgery can be traced back to ancient civilizations, particularly in India and Egypt?
The ancient Indian text, the Sushruta Samhita, written around 600 BCE, is one of the earliest known compendiums of surgical techniques.
It detailed complex procedures, including rhinoplasty, which is the reconstruction of the nose using skin grafts, a technique still used today.
In ancient Egypt, practitioners performed trepanation, a procedure involving drilling into the skull, believed to relieve pressure and treat head injuries or illnesses.
These ancient practices laid important groundwork, influencing surgical techniques and underscoring the remarkable continuity and evolution of medical knowledge through the centuries.
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