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Abstract
In approaching this subject it should be realized to what extent one could be led in investigating the matter. To really cover the field properly, it would take a much greater length of time than we have to give. Surgery itself as a science had not always been known separately. It is very closely connected with Medicine. Different branches of study are important in order to fully comprehend the extensiveness of the topic. Anatomy is vital, because without it one could not expect to do successful work in surgery. Physiology is necessary to understand the mechanism of the various systems of the body and the importance an organ plays in this function. Pathology is essential in order to be able to recognize disease tissue of the viscera. Bacteriology is important so that one knows the effect of bacteria on organic tissue.