22 lb Tumor Removed in 19th Century Surgery
On December 13, 1809, a pivotal moment in medical history occurred. Jane Todd Crawford, initially believing herself to be pregnant, was diagnosed with a large ovarian tumor. This tumor, weighing 22.5 pounds (10.2 kg), marked a significant medical challenge of the time. Ephraim McDowell, a pioneering surgeon, undertook this challenging case. Jane, residing 60...