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POTT, PERCIVAL. Observations on the Nature and Consequences of Wounds and Contusions of the Head. xxxii, 182 pages, with B2 a cancel, top line of text on page 3 scored in ink. 8vo, contemporary calf, spine darkened, worn at top, top raised band chipped, rear joint partly cracked; top portion torn off front free endpaper, minor marginal dampstaining toward end; cloth folding case. London: C. Hitch and L. Hawes, 1760
first edition. "This book, which showed Pott's extensive knowledge of surgical literature, systematized the treatment of head injuries. It shows what a variety of injuries of the head could be sustained even before the advent of the motor-car. Includes the first description of 'Pott's puffy tumour' "--Garrison-Morton 4850.5.
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