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Notable Names in Anaesthesia

Eponyms are found throughout medicine. They provide succinct and convenient identification for diseases, syndromes, clinical signs, surgical instruments and operations. Anaesthetists use eponyms such as Magill forceps, Mallampati score, Sellick's manoeuvre and Mendelson's Syndrome. National and international anaesthesia societies have eponymous awards and lectures. This book has been written to describe who these eponymous individuals were, when and where they worked, why they invented equipment, a technique or a scoring system, and why they were chosen by their peers for eponymous honour.

Anaesthetists on both sides of the Atlantic will be familiar with many of the names featured.

Notable Names in Anaesthesia should be read by anaesthetists, surgeons, operating-theatre nurses, medical students, and anyone with an interest in the history of medicine. It will also make an ideal presentation gift and prize.