SMJ // July 1956, Volume 49 - Issue 7
Editorial
AGING AND THE BRAIN
Editorial
TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO
Editorial
BOOKS RECEIVED
Editorial
PHENYLBUTAZONE
Editorial
A Short History of Medicine
Original Article
Splenectomy: Indications and Contraindications, Old and New
The indications for splenectomy vary from time to time. New technics in hematology are permitting of better understanding and classification of the blood dyscrasias and the part the spleen plays in them.
Original Article
Physiologic Considerations in the Therapy of Chronic Pulmonary Emphysema
As the geriatric segment of the population grows the problem of chronic pulmonary emphysema becomes increasingly prominent. An understanding of the underlying disturbed physiology is essential in the management of these patients.
Original Article
Chlorpromazine and Reserpine as Adjuncts in Electroshock Treatment
The combined use of the “tranquilizing” drugs and electroshock therapy offer a better prognosis in certain psychiatric conditions than when used alone.
Original Article
Ischemic Hypophyseal Necrosis and Other Pituitary Lesions: Incidence in a Moderately Large Autopsy Series
In the absence of apparent intracranial disease, the brain too frequently is not included in the autopsy. More routine studies of the hypophysis are needed to enlarge the observations reported here.
Original Article
Trends in the Treatment of Tuberculosis
The author reviews the remarkable change in the treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis which has taken place in recent years. A portion of the treatment is being placed in the hands of the family physician.
Original Article
Neuropathologic Changes Demonstrated During Prolonged Survival Following Acute Hypoxia
The authors consider the pathologic effects of hypoxia upon the central nervous system. They bring up for consideration the effect of vascular disease as an additional factor in the clinical picture and course of hypoxia.
Original Article
Reclamation of the “Coronary Patient” for Work
The economic and psychologic implications of getting a former patient back to work are very great in an aging population. Reorientation of thinking on this matter on the part of laymen, physicians, organized labor and management is essential, requiring educational efforts on the part of the medical profession.
Original Article
Five Years’ Experience with Refrigerated Bone
The author has had a most satisfying experience with refrigerated bone in his orthopedic operations.
Original Article
The Relationship of Life Stress to Gastrointestinal Symptoms and Disease: Question and Answer Period
Almost daily in his practice the physician encounters symptoms, known as “functional” or “neurotic,” which arise in the gastrointestinal tract. This discussion considers the underlying psychologic and physiologic disturbances which produce the clinical picture.
Original Article
Surgical Management of Borderline Lesions of the Large Bowel
Problems arise in the diagnosis and management of certain lesions of the large bowel. The author presents his viewpoints on these matters.
Original Article
Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis
In reporting instances of this condition the author takes the opportunity to discuss what is known of its etiology, describes the pathology, and suggests the manner of treatment.
Original Article
The Practical Management of Contact Dermatitis
Contact dermatitis is one of the more common skin diseases encountered by the physician. Often the offending substance is quickly placed by a few questions. Again, however, the search for the causative factor is perplexing and requires meticulous study.
Original Article
The Treatment of Vitiligo with 8-Methoxypsoralen
The management of vitiligo has long been quite ineffective. A new drug promises success.
Original Article
Treatment of Arteriosclerotic Occlusive Disease in 101 Lower Extremities by Arterial Homografts
Advances in the use of arterial homografts offer a new approach to arteriosclerotic occlusive disease with results apparently far overshadowing the use of sympathectomy.
Original Article
Dilatation of the Lower Ureter: Consideration of its Clinical Significance
The diagnostic difficulties in ureteral dilatation and its implications have been described.
Original Article
Laboratory Tests for the General Practitioner I. Urinary Bilirubin
For screening purposes, the authors have studied for simplicity, accuracy and speed, the bilazo (tablet) and the nitric acid oxidation tests for urinary bilirubin.
Original Article
Bilateral Polydactylism with Multiple Syndactylism: Case Report
Original Article
A Critique on the “L-C” Treatment of Snakebites
The author questions the efficacy of hypothermia with ligature over the time honored tourniquet, incision and suction management for snakebite.
