Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Mediterranean and the Silk Road
Christopher T. Leffler
Chapter 2: The Ophthalmology of the Ancient Greek Surgeon Antyllus
Matthias Witt
About this volume
Explore the fascinating history of cataract surgery from ancient to medieval times in this comprehensive analysis of early ophthalmological techniques.
"Ancient and Medieval Cataract Couching along the Mediterranean and the Silk Road"
traces the evolution of eye surgery through historical texts, cultural influences, and medical advancements. Featuring insights into ancient Greek, Roman, and Middle Eastern medical practices, as well as the ophthalmological contributions of Antyllus, this book is a must-read for historians of medicine, ophthalmologists, and those interested in the development of surgical techniques.