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Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine

CHAPTER XIV
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There is mention of a compound dislocation of the wrist-joint from a horse-bite.

Fayrer speaks of a wolf-bite of the forearm, followed by necrosis and hemorrhage, necessitating ligature of the brachial artery and subsequent excision of the elbow-joint.
Injuries from Lightning .-- The subject of lightning-stroke, with its diverse range of injuries, is of considerable interest, and, though not uncommon, the matter is surrounded by a veil of superstition and mystery.

It is well known that instantaneous or temporary unconsciousness may result from lightning-stroke.

Sometimes superficial or deep burns may be the sole result, and again paralysis of the general nerves, such as those of sensation and motion, may be occasioned.

For many years the therapeutic effect of a lightning-stroke has been believed to be a possibility, and numerous instances are on record.


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