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A tuberculosis patient being given a transfusion of goats blood, 1891
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A tuberculosis patient being given a transfusion of goats blood, 1891
A tuberculosis patient being given a transfusion of goats blood, 1891. A woman receiving a direct blood transfusion from a goat at Dr Bernheims clinic
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Media ID 14841073
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Apron Blood Transfusion Clinic Consumption Disease Doctor Goat Goats Illness Patient Physician Treatment Tuberculosis Ann Ronan Pictures Bernheim
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This print captures a significant medical moment in history - a tuberculosis patient receiving a transfusion of goat's blood in 1891. The image showcases the dedication and innovation of Dr Bernheim, whose clinic became a beacon of hope for those suffering from this deadly disease. In the photograph, we see a female patient dressed in traditional clothing, her face reflecting both vulnerability and anticipation. She lies on a bed while Dr Bernheim, an esteemed physician of his time, carefully administers the life-saving procedure. With precision and expertise, he connects the patient to a goat through tubes that facilitate the direct blood transfusion. The presence of animals adds an intriguing element to this scene. A docile goat stands nearby as its vital fluid is shared with the desperate woman fighting against consumption. This unconventional treatment was based on early scientific theories about improving patients' immune systems by introducing foreign antibodies into their bloodstream. The monochrome aesthetic enhances the gravity of this historical moment while also emphasizing its timeless significance. It serves as a reminder that medical advancements are often born out of experimentation and bravery. This thought-provoking engraving from Ann Ronan Pictures offers us insight into not only medical practices but also societal attitudes towards illness during the 19th century. It symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit to conquer diseases that have plagued us throughout history.
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