Blood Transfusion

"Blood Transfusion" by Geoffrey Keynes is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work provides a comprehensive exploration of blood transfusion practices and their historical context, reflecting the growing significance of this procedure in modern medicine. The text discusses various aspects of blood transfusion, including its indications, risks, and practical techniques, as well as the underlying physiological principles. The opening portion sets the stage with a detailed preface and the first chapter, which presents a historical sketch of blood transfusion practices. Keynes outlines early beliefs about blood's vital role, references to ancient practices, and significant milestones in the development of blood transfusion techniques. He discusses noteworthy figures such as William Harvey and the evolution of transfusion procedures through the centuries, leading to the clinical applications we recognize today. This historical context serves to highlight the advancements and challenges that have shaped blood transfusion as a critical intervention in medicine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Sir Geoffrey Langdon Keynes was a British surgeon and author. He began his career as a physician in World War I, before becoming a doctor at St Bartholomew's Hospital in London, where he made notable innovations in the fields of blood transfusion and breast cancer surgery. Keynes was also a publishing scholar and bibliographer of English literature and English medical history, focusing primarily on William Blake and William Harvey.