On Diseases of the Liver

"On Diseases of the Liver" by George Budd, published in 1845, is a seminal medical treatise that systematized the understanding and treatment of liver diseases for its time. This comprehensive work covered the pathology, diagnosis, and management of various liver conditions, including the description of what is now known as Budd–Chiari syndrome. Budd's methodical approach and detailed observations provided a foundation for future research and clinical practice in hepatology, making the book a standard reference in medical literature.