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Which of the following best describes the unique position Sushruta holds in the history of medicine?
Which of the following best describes the unique position Sushruta holds in the history of medicine?
- He invented the microscope, enabling the study of microorganisms and cellular structures.
- He developed the first effective antibiotic, revolutionizing the treatment of bacterial infections.
- He is widely regarded as the 'father of Indian surgery' for his pioneering surgical techniques. (correct)
- He was the first to document the complete human circulatory system.
The Sushruta Samhita is divided into several sections. Which of these sections focuses primarily on the diagnosis of diseases?
The Sushruta Samhita is divided into several sections. Which of these sections focuses primarily on the diagnosis of diseases?
- Chikitsa Sthana
- Nidana Sthana (correct)
- Sutra Sthana
- Sharira Sthana
Sushruta's surgical practices included an emphasis on asepsis. What is the primary goal of asepsis during surgery?
Sushruta's surgical practices included an emphasis on asepsis. What is the primary goal of asepsis during surgery?
- To accelerate the patient's recovery time by stimulating cellular regeneration.
- To reduce post-operative pain by numbing the nerve endings in the affected area.
- To prevent infection by minimizing the introduction of harmful microorganisms into the surgical site. (correct)
- To enhance the aesthetic outcome of the procedure through meticulous tissue handling.
Which surgical innovation, still practiced today, is Sushruta particularly recognized for?
Which surgical innovation, still practiced today, is Sushruta particularly recognized for?
What was the primary method Sushruta used to perform cataract surgery?
What was the primary method Sushruta used to perform cataract surgery?
Why did Sushruta advocate for the dissection of dead bodies?
Why did Sushruta advocate for the dissection of dead bodies?
What was Sushruta's view on patient care that modern doctors still adhere to?
What was Sushruta's view on patient care that modern doctors still adhere to?
How did Sushruta contribute to the field of anesthesia?
How did Sushruta contribute to the field of anesthesia?
What impact did the translation of the Sushruta Samhita have on medical knowledge?
What impact did the translation of the Sushruta Samhita have on medical knowledge?
Which of the following statements reflects Sushruta's lasting legacy in the field of medicine?
Which of the following statements reflects Sushruta's lasting legacy in the field of medicine?
Flashcards
Who was Sushruta?
Who was Sushruta?
Ancient Indian surgeon known as the 'father of Indian surgery,' lived around the 6th century BCE.
What is the Sushruta Samhita?
What is the Sushruta Samhita?
An ancient surgical text by Sushruta, detailing over 1,100 diseases and 700 medicinal plants.
What instruments did Sushruta describe?
What instruments did Sushruta describe?
Surgical instruments such as scalpels, forceps, and catheters.
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What is Couching?
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What is Asepsis?
What is Asepsis?
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What anesthetics did Sushruta use?
What anesthetics did Sushruta use?
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How did Sushruta study anatomy?
How did Sushruta study anatomy?
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What were Sushruta's ethics?
What were Sushruta's ethics?
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