Venesection conducted by physicians, barber-surgeons, bell-ringers and indigenous healers in Finland over 500 years. A narrative literature review with a limited genealogical search

Venesection was was a common medical procedure from ancient times to the 19th century, frequently performed by physicians and barber-surgeons. In Finland, priests, church bell-ringers, and indigenous healers also performed venesection for a variety of diseases, although without a medical basis. Ven...

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Main Author: Jarmo Kuronen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Scientific Publications 2024-10-01
Series:Proceedings (European Academy of Sciences and Arts)
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Online Access:https://www.peasa.eu/site/article/view/36
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