The Ether Dome
The Atlas Obscura Podcast
00:00
A Historical Perspective on Anesthesia and Surgical Practices
This chapter explores the historical significance of the Aether Dome in the evolution of anesthesia, recounting the chilling experiences of patients undergoing surgery without anesthesia. It also reflects on artistic depictions of the era, capturing the stark realities and practices of 19th-century surgery.
Transcript
Play full episode
