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SMELLIE, William (1697-1763). A Treatise on the Theory and Practice of Midwifery. London: D. Wilson, 1752.
8o (196 x 120 mm). (Some minor staining.) Modern calf-backed boards.
FIRST EDITION. "Smellie contributed more to the fundamentals of obstetrics than virtually any individual" (Garrison-Morton). Dr. Smellie stressed the importance of exact measurement of the pelvis, layed down rules for the safe use of forceps, and invented the "Smellie manoeuvre" to deliver breech babies. Garrison-Morton 6154; Norman 1954; Waller 9013.
8o (196 x 120 mm). (Some minor staining.) Modern calf-backed boards.
FIRST EDITION. "Smellie contributed more to the fundamentals of obstetrics than virtually any individual" (Garrison-Morton). Dr. Smellie stressed the importance of exact measurement of the pelvis, layed down rules for the safe use of forceps, and invented the "Smellie manoeuvre" to deliver breech babies. Garrison-Morton 6154; Norman 1954; Waller 9013.