SMJ // July 1959, Volume 52 - Issue 7
Book Review
The Neurologic Examination
Book Review
Viral and Rickettsial Infections of Man
Book Review
The Practice of Medicine
Book Review
Handbook of Cardiology for Nurses
Book Review
Inhalation Analgesia in Childbirth
Book Review
The Brain and Human Behavior
Book Review
Treatment of Cancer and Allied Diseases
Book Review
The Eye
Editorial
STROKES
Editorial
COMMERCIAL HEALTH INSURANCE
Announcement
INSTRUCTIONS TO CONTRIBUTORS
Original Article
Possibilities of Supervoltage Roentgenotherapy in the Management of Cancer of the Breast
With a better understanding of the routes of metastatic spread in carcinoma of the breast and the development of supervoltage roentgenotherapy, a re-evaluation of independent and coordinated use of surgery and irradiation is needed.
Original Article
Wringer Injuries of the Upper Extremity: A Clinical, Pathological and Experimental Study
The slight damage to tissues apparent upon inspection soon after injury may be misleading. Prompt treatment and careful observation of the injuries described here are imperative in avoiding serious sequelae.
Original Article
Arthrodesis of the Shoulder in Children Following Infantile Paralysis
It is apparent that successful arthrodesis of the shoulder joint is not common. The authors believe their method provides an arthrodesis with useful function.
Original Article
How Good is the Reiter Protein Complement Fixation Test for Syphilis?
The search for serologic aids in the diagnosis of syphilis continues. The evaluation and comparison of several serologic tests described in this paper is most interesting and informative.
Original Article
A Practical Medical Care Program— Hospital Service for the Indigent
The physicians of Tennessee developed a method of providing adequate care for the indigent in a unique fashion which proved to be successful and has much to recommend it over the use of federal funds for recipients of Public Welfare.
Original Article
Pediatric Problems in Otolaryngologic Practice
A number of interesting situations may be encountered in children of especial interest to the otolaryngologist. These have been reviewed.
Original Article
Partnership Practice of Obstetrics in the South
This is a most enlightening study of the acceptance of a partnership by patients, as well as the preference for it by members of the profession in one of the specialties.
Original Article
The Injured or Abnormal Thumb Recommendations for Treatment
Though only the experienced surgeon will probably undertake reconstructive operations on the thumb, conditions of emergency will force others to treat the acutely injured person. The physician treating the injured thumb under such circumstances should take into consideration certain basic rules as laid down in this paper.
Original Article
A Reconsideration of Allergy and Nasal Surgery
Anatomic and physiologic considerations are important in the evaluation of allergic rhinitis, with or without accompanying infection. These are basic considerations as surgical treatment is planned and carried out.
Original Article
Diagnosis and Treatment of Congenital Vascular Anomalies Causing Bronchial Asthma
Angiocardiography has offered a means of visualizing intrathoracic anomalies of the great vessels which may masquerade as bronchial asthma. The suspicion of such abnormalities should arise particularly if the “asthma” has dated since birth.
Original Article
The Anesthesiologist's Contribution to Modern Obstetric Management
It seems probable that the anesthesiologist will need to play a greater role in the delivery room, where he has much to offer in a continued reduction in maternal and perinatal mortality.
Original Article
Pylons and Temporary Prostheses in the Rehabilitation of Lower Extremity Geriatric Amputees
In the rehabilitation of geriatric patients especially, in whom a prosthesis is to be fitted eventually to an amputated limb, it is essential that certain complications be avoided to attain ultimate success. Therefore the temporary use of prostheses may be indicated.
Original Article
The Incidence of Certain Endemic Enteric Virus Infections in Southern Louisiana
Much of the extension of knowledge and understanding of the polio and other enteric viruses in the past decade has been made possible through studies of this type.
Original Article
Anesthesia for Cortical Excision in Focal Seizures
It has been customary to use local anesthesia in operations for excision of cortical tissue for convulsive seizures. However, the authors describe the use of general anesthesia for such operations when circumstances are such as to contraindicate the use of local anesthesia.
Original Article
Reiter's Syndrome Versus Keratosis Blennorrhagica Sine Blennorrhea
The authors have considered the controversy regarding the etiology and the histopathology of the Reiter's syndrome, and have attempted to simplify the terminology.
Original Article
Clinical Experiences with a Fat Emulsion for Intravenous Use
There has been much and increasing interest in the use of fat emulsions intravenously as a means of parenteral feeding. All the technical difficulties have not been completely overcome as yet.
Original Article
Lipoma of the Colon: With Report of Seven Cases
Lipoma of the colon is a relatively rare lesion. However, it has certain radiographic characteristics. Spontaneous sloughing of a pedunculated lipoma may permit its passage on defecation. Intussusception may be caused by this tumor.
