Sushruta Samhita

Ayurveda is deeply influenced by Sushruta Samhita (Sushruta's Compendium), considered one among the three great texts of Ayurvedic medicine alongside the Charaka Samhita, and the Ashtanga Hridaya. Details about the holistic treatment of the patient, with a focus on purification techniques involving blood-letting, and advice to vaidyans on approach to treatment form some of its contents. Sushruta's works and examples continue to guide practitioners to this day.

The six primary sections of Sushruta Samhita and their contents are as follows:

Sutra Sthana: Origins of medicine, treatment, and advice for vaidyans; eight main orders of Ayurveda
Nidana Sthana: Ayurvedic view on pathology
Sharira Sthana: Human anatomy
Chikitsa Sthana: Special treatment methods garnered from research
Kalpa Sthana: Preparation of medicines
Uttara Sthana: Eye disorders, nervous system issues, and overall health

Birth of Ayurveda

Charaka Samhita

Sushruta Samhita

Ashtanga Hridaya

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