Historical Bibliography Updated: July 14, 2026
The principles of surgery. 3 vols.
Edinburgh & London: T. Cadell & W. Davis, 1801 –1808.
John Bell, the Scottish anatomist and brother of Charles Bell, is regarded as a founder of surgical anatomy. He was first to ligate the gluteal artery (Vol. I, pp, 421-26), and tied the common carotid and internal iliac. His illustrations were his own work, and were of a high standard.
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| Catalog Metadata | Reference Information |
|---|---|
| Entry Number | #2926 |
| Permanent Link | https://beta.historyofmedicine.com/id/7011 |
| Author Bio Link | Wikipedia ↗ |
| External URL | the-principles-of-surgery-3-vols |
Geographic Context
Publication places: Edinburgh; London