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Women's medicine - ancient gynecological and obstetrical techniques.
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Caesarean Section -- A Brief History
Speculation on origin of procedure and term. Woodcuts and other B&W prints from many eras. Since Caesar's mother appears to have heard of his invasion of Britain, he could not have been produced via caesarean.
"Dying to Have a Baby"
From an article on the history of obstetrics, this section touches on the history of caesarian section, puerperal fever, and anesthetics.
Greek and Roman Surgical Instruments
Photos of scalpels, hooks, forceps, catheters, and a speculum, from The Asclepion.
Midwives and Maternity
Valerie French's article on Midwives and Maternity in the Roman World. Examines the gap between professional and folk medicine.