Royal Wounds: How Louis XIV's Anal Fistula Changed Surgery

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Recorded30 Dec 2025

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This episode explores King Louis XIV's chronic infections, his catastrophic anal abscess and fistula, and the brutal pre-anesthesia surgery that ultimately saved him and advanced surgical practice across Europe. It connects those historical lessons to modern wound care—showing why drainage, imaging, and timely intervention remain critical today, especially in diabetic foot infections.

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