Development of Anesthesiology. /
Edwin M. Knights.
- History Magazine, 2002.
- SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Article 10. Health, 1522-323X; .
Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Originally Published: Development of Anesthesiology, April/May 2002; pp. 15+.
"Doctors had few options to help them ease the pain and suffering of their patients; laudanum, tincture of opium, was the most effective. Alcoholic spirits were used frequently--whatever was in the nearest cask or jug." (HISTORY MAGAZINE) This article examines the history of anesthesiology.