Observations on animal life, and apparent death, from accidental suspension of the function of the lungs, : with remarks on the Brunonian system of medicine. / By John Franks.

  • Franks, John, M.D.
Date:
M.DCC.XC. [1790]
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Credit: Observations on animal life, and apparent death, from accidental suspension of the function of the lungs, : with remarks on the Brunonian system of medicine. / By John Franks. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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