Historical Bibliography Updated: June 17, 2026
The nature of gunshot wounds of the abdomen, and their treatment: Based on a review of the case of the late James Fisk, Jr., in its medico-legal aspects.
Publication Details
New York: William Wood, 1874 CE.
Peugnet argued that over-medication, and not the pistol shot, caused Fisk's death. Peugnet, a surgeon who had served in the American Civil War, died at the early age of 43, having been struck by a locomotive while absent-mindedly standing on a railroad track. Digital facsimile from Google Books at this link.
Thematic Classifications
| Catalog Metadata | Reference Information |
|---|---|
| Entry Number | #7848 |
| Permanent Link | https://staging.historyofmedicine.com/entry/10020 |
| External URL | the-nature-of-gunshot-wounds-of-the-abdomen-and-their-treatment-based-on-a-review-of-the-case-of-the-late-james-fisk-jr-in-its-medicolegal-aspects |
Geographic Context
Publication place: New York