SMJ // October 1959, Volume 52 - Issue 10
Acknowledgement
BOOKS RECEIVED
General Information
ATLANTA SOUTHERN OASIS
Book Review
The Physiology of the Newborn Infant
Book Review
The Hand
Editorial
THE ATLANTA MEETING
Announcement
INSTRUCTIONS TO CONTRIBUTORS
Original Article
X-Ray Diagnosis of Carcinoma of the Breast
The authors emphasize the valuable contribution radiographic examination of the breast may make in the earlier diagnosis of cancer. They urge a more widespread use of such studies by the x-ray.
Original Article
The Use of an Anabolic Agent, Norethandrolone, in Postgastrectomy Malnutrition: A Preliminary Report
These are interesting observations upon the effectiveness of an anabolic agent producing a gain of weight under the circumstances of complications of gastrectomy. The mode of action remains to be determined.
Original Article
The Construction and Care of Ileostomy and Colostomy
So much depends upon the care of the ileostomy or colostomy insofar as its acceptance by the patient is concerned. At best it is a serious psychologic hurdle. Therefore every attempt must be made to have a properly functioning stoma and one that can be cared for with a minimum…
Original Article
Cataract Surgery: Clinical Evaluation of 204 Cataract Operations
The author describes his technic for cataract surgery and demonstrates his results.
Original Article
Abdominodiaphragmatic Breathing in Pulmonary Emphysema
It is pointed out that an increase in vital capacity is not an accurate or consistent criterion for the evaluation of abdominodiaphragmatic breathing. A gain in tolerance to activity offers a better yardstick.
Original Article
Fractures of the Elbow Requiring Open Reduction
Certain fractures of the elbow should be reduced by open reduction and some should not. The indications and contraindications are outlined with illustrative cases.
Original Article
Chemosurgery of Carcinoma of the Skin
The authors describe a method of treating cancer which has not been used much in this country.
Original Article
The Management of Radiation Injuries to the Intestines
The prevention of damaging irradiation to the bowel may be difficult in the radiation therapy of uterine cancer. Surgical treatment may be needed in certain of these instances.
Original Article
Power Lawn Mower Injuries Are Preventable
The doctor should be a leader in any action or education relative to the prevention of accidents. The power lawn mower is no more a toy than is the automobile. It makes one shudder to see the carelessness with which children and youths handle the power mower. Would education of…
Original Article
Cystoscopic Removal of Stones
The authors have considered the historical background of the subject as well as the several approaches which may be used in this problem.
Original Article
A Simple Office Procedure for the Correction of Postoperative Anal Stenosis
All too often the postoperative results following anorectal surgery are unpleasant. Among these is the complication of anal stenosis. The author describes a method of treatment that seems to be successful for this difficulty.
Original Article
Approved Small Tumor Clinic and Related G. P. Residency: A Ten Year Analysis
Here is a demonstration of what enthusiasm and dedication to the basic ethics of medicine can do for a community. It should set an example for others.
Original Article
Some Experiences with Stenosis of the Sphincter of Oddi
Stenosis at the sphincter or in the common duct may be a complication of cholelithiasis or may follow cholecystectomy. It seems likely that a certain percentage of patients having so-called “post-cholecystectomy symptoms” actually fall into this category. It suggests that the duct should be investigated for stenosis at the time…
Original Article
Changing Concepts in the Management of Neuromuscular Dysfunction
The evaluation of the effects of physiatric treatment in the patient having cerebral palsy is extremely difficult. Changes occur, at times for the better, with increasing age. Treatment should be directed toward symptoms.
Original Article
Epidemic Neuromyasthenia
This review of an interesting and newly recognized syndrome or disease should attract the reader. No one knows whether he will be the next one to recognize an epidemic of this disease. (Editorial comment was made in a recent issue of the Journal on this interesting condition.)
Original Article
Ocular Foreign Bodies
This paper gives consideration to the diagnosis and treatment of both extraocular and intraocular foreign bodies. The latter are considered especially in detail.
