Abstract

THE PRINCIPLES OF SURGICAL PRACTICE ACCORDING TO SUSHRUT SAMHITA

Dr. Rajendra Sonekar*, Dr. Anjana H. Yadav, Dr. Aruna Sonekar, Dr. Amol D. Padole

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Abstract

Sushrut Samhita is one of the oldest text dedicated to sugery with various techniques and principles mentioned. The Sushrut Samhita is a text whose authenticity is questioned a lot due to its repeated translations and revisions yet it is still cited as one of the first and most important pieces of surgical history. The text acts as a bible of surgical practice which establishes basic techniques from suturing to hygiene that is essential for good medical practice. The use of specific named surgical instruments and proper training for surgeons is a precursor to the rigorous training doctor must undergo in current training to ensure an adequet standard of care. Every surgical procedure starts with the creation of a wound and ends up with its healing. Surgical practice has been considered as an art to protect life and health to an acceptable professional standard.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Sushrut Samhita, Surgical Principles.