Sushruta: The Grandfather of Surgery and father of plastic surgery

Sushruta: The Grandfather of Surgery and father of plastic surgery The roots of ancient Indian surgery go back to more than 4000 years ago. Sushruta, one of the earliest surgeons of recorded history (600 B.C.) is believed to be the first individual to describe Rhinoplasty. The detailed description of the Rhinoplasty operation by Sushruta is amazingly meticulous, comprehensive and relevant today. The historical evidences suggest that plastic surgery originated in India more than two millennia ago and the oldest plastic surgery operation probably relate to nasal reconstruction. Sushruta,  an ancient Indian surgeon in 600 BC. is believed to be the […]

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