Caesarean section in Ancient Greek mythology.
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The narrative of caesarean birth appears on several occasions in Greek mythology: in the birth of Dionysus is the God of the grape harvest and winemaking and wine; in the birth of Asclepius the God of medicine and healing; and in the birth of Adonis the God of beauty and desire. It is possible, however not obligatory, that it was not solely a fantasy but also reflected a contemporary medical practice.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Acta medico-historica adriatica : AMHA
دوره 13 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2015