Blood and Guts: A History of Surgery
2008•1 Seasons•5 Episodes•10.0•Ended
Documentary
From the pioneering work of Galen on Roman gladiators to the latest advances in plastic surgery, this five-part series illustrates the evolution of surgical techniques—a story as much of mishaps and misadventures as it is of successes and amazing advances. Filmed in America and Europe and presented by the charismatic and medically trained Michael J. Mosley. Contains surgical scenes of a graphic nature. A BBC Production. 5-part series.
Network
BBC Four
Origin
GB
Cast
Michael Mosley
Presenter
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