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Episode 102 - Hua T'o and Surgery in Ancient China

Episode 102 - Hua T'o and Surgery in Ancient China

Update: 2021-06-17
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In this episode, we cover the legendary figure of Hua T'o, the best known (and one of the few) surgeons from Ancient China, as well as the state of surgical treatments at the time. The tale of his most famous operation, on the General Guan Yu, is also examined. Finally, the role of culture and religion on the development of anatomical and surgical knowledge in Ancient China is explored. 

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Episode 102 - Hua T'o and Surgery in Ancient China

Episode 102 - Hua T'o and Surgery in Ancient China