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The Tragedy of Childbed FeverThe Tragedy of Childbed Fever

The Tragedy of Childbed Fever

Irvine Loudon

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Childbed fever was by far the most common cause of deaths associated with childbirth up to World War 2, throughout Europe. This is a detailed account of this tragic disease from its recognition in the 18th century.

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OL Work ID
OL4292844W

Subjects

FeverPuerperal septicemiaHistoryPuerperal InfectionSepsis

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