SMJ // May 1955, Volume 48 - Issue 5
Acknowledgement
BOOKS RECEIVED
Book Review
Surgery of The Heart
Book Review
Handbook of Medical Treatment
Book Review
An Historical Chronology of Tuberculosis
Book Review
Hernia
Book Review
The History and Conquest of Common Diseases
Book Review
Connective Tissues
Book Review
Cardiac Anomalies
Book Review
The Human Brain in Sagittal Section
Book Review
Surgery of the Small & Large Intestine
Book Review
Diseases Transmitted from Animals to Man
Book Review
Vaginal Hysterectomy
Book Review
Hemorrhage of Late Pregnancy
Editorial
PERCUTANEOUS RENAL BIOPSY
Original Article
Diseases of the Salivary Glands
The authors present a review of the diseases of the salivary glands, classification as to etiology, differential diagnosis, and treatment.
Original Article
Congenital Hypothyroidism
The diagnosis of congenital hypothyroidism can be made in the early weeks of life, textbooks to the contrary. Its differentiation from intracranial disease is essential because of the specificity of treatment.
Original Article
Diagnosis of Advanced Abdominal Cancer
The uncertainty of an etiologic diagnosis of abdominal tumors makes exploratory laparotomy necessary in their presence unless there is acceptable proof of distant metastasis.
Original Article
A Simple Method of Treating Vulvovaginal (Bartholin) Cyst and Abscess
The author demonstrates a simple method of treatment to replace the hazardous method of radical excision. Furthermore, normal lubricating function is maintained.
Original Article
Cytology in Cancer Research and Practice
The value of vaginal cytologic study in the early diagnosis of carcinoma of the genital tract is now an established fact.
Original Article
Problems in Prematurity
The subject of prematurity is important to society. Much research needs to be done to understand the causes of premature labor and its prevention.
Original Article
Treatment of Psychoses Complicated by Arteriosclerosis and the Aging Process
With the prolongation of life comes the increasing burden of the psychotic disturbances of old age. The authors propose an active attack upon the problem rather than an attitude of resignation.
Original Article
Rehabilitation of the Hemiplegic Patient: A Clinical Evaluation
Survival of a hemiplegic patient as a bed-ridden invalid is pleasing neither to the patient nor his family. The family physician must bring to these patients the experiences gained in rehabilitation work of recent years.
Original Article
Diffuse External Otitis: A New Classification and Guide for Treatment
The clinical findings in otitis externa provide a classification which lays a practical basis for successful treatment.
Original Article
Quinoline Therapy in Asthma: A Report of 500 Cases
This reports the clinical trial of a new drug for the symptomatic relief of bronchial asthma.
Original Article
Diagnosis and Treatment of Acute Head Injuries: Including Some of the Complications
The author presents a good account of the diagnosis and treatment of acute injuries to the head.
Original Article
Surgical Problems of the Hand
In few structures is the functional end result of surgery so important as in the hand. The treatment of the injured hand from the beginning must be in accordance with the principles established by past experience.
Original Article
Abrasive Removal of Scars
Facial scars may have unfortunate psychic effects in certain persons, especially in women, because of disfigurement. Only recently have methods been developed for the removal of certain scars.
Original Article
Seasonal Variations in Sensitivity of Microorganisms to Antibiotics
This study indicates that a practical and satisfactory evaluation of bacterial sensitivity to antibiotics may be reached within 24 hours. It seems that seasonal variations in such sensitivity may occur.
Original Article
Topical Use of Tetracycline
Ointments containing tetracycline seem to be very effective, especially in the primary pyodermas. Secondary infection in other dermatoses also respond well to these antibiotics.
Original Article
Psychosexual Conflicts: Their Implications in Functional Pelvic Disorders
Psychosexual conflicts in marriage usually result from misunderstandings in sexual matters and have their roots in inhibitions daring from early life. Unfortunately too often the doctor sidesteps his responsibilities in this field and avoids discussion with his patients. If he gives advice it is too often compounded of taboo, misinformation,…
Original Article
Aneurysms of the Posterior Ventricular Wall
Though aneurysm of the ventricle as a complication of myocardial infarction of the anterior wall has been recognized not uncommonly, such a lesion of the posterior wall has been described infrequently. The author outlines the diagnostic criteria which may aid in an antemortem diagnosis in the latter.
