MALGAIGNE, Joseph Franois (1806-1865). Manuel de Mdecine Opratoire, fonde sur l'anatomie normale et l'anatomie pathologique. Paris: Germer Baillire, 1834. 12o (152 x 95 mm). (Some light foxing throughout). Contemporary half calf, spine gilt, marbled boards (rebacked, preserving original spine). FIRST EDITION. "An important work on operative surgery, translated into English, German, Italian and Arabic" (Garrison-Morton-Norman). The work includes his description of the muscle actions of the palate, and the first use of local flaps in the repair of a harelip. Garrison-Morton-Norman 5591.

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MALGAIGNE, Joseph Franois (1806-1865). Manuel de Mdecine Opratoire, fonde sur l'anatomie normale et l'anatomie pathologique. Paris: Germer Baillire, 1834. 12o (152 x 95 mm). (Some light foxing throughout). Contemporary half calf, spine gilt, marbled boards (rebacked, preserving original spine). FIRST EDITION. "An important work on operative surgery, translated into English, German, Italian and Arabic" (Garrison-Morton-Norman). The work includes his description of the muscle actions of the palate, and the first use of local flaps in the repair of a harelip. Garrison-Morton-Norman 5591.