SMJ // December 1968, Volume 61 - Issue 12
Editorial
ALLERGIC ECZEMATOUS CONTACT DERMATITIS
Original Article
Comparison of the Diagnostic Accuracy of Liver Scans, Liver Function Tests and Liver Biopsies
Scans seem to be helpful in diagnosing large hepatic lesions. The method is not so successful in differentiating between cirrhosis and metastases. The liver scan is less accurate than needle biopsy and tests of function in diffuse hepatic disease.
Original Article
The Use of Lincomycin in Dermatology
Bactericidal agents have been used from time to time for infections of the skin with variable degrees of enthusiasm. Controlled studies indicate that this antibotic is very successful in improving cutaneous lesions the result of gram-positive organisms.
Original Article
Lateral Sinus Thrombosis
Antibiotics have modified the classical clinical syndrome of lateral sinus thrombosis. The authors direct attention to the chronically draining ear and evidences of pulmonary embolism to arouse suspicion of sinus thrombosis. Treatment is also considered.
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Clinical Benefits and Disorders Following Nasal Surgery
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Percutaneous Thoracic and High Cervical Cordotomy by the Anterior Approach
The authors describe their modification of the accepted technic for percutaneous cordotomy by the electric current. Their results have been satisfying and unattended by any mortality and limited morbidity.
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Adult Health Program in New Orleans An Experiment in Planning and Cooperation
This paper describes one of a number of experiments in this country to provide so-called comprehensive medical care for the aged in the population. No doubt some pattern of medical care will evolve from these experiments, given time, varying with the needs from community to community.
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Allergic Contact Dermatitis A Study of 100 Consecutive Cases
This is an important subject for the family or other attending physician. Though it is very common, the etiologic agent may be difficult to determine at times. The authors review the results of their studies and emphasize the use of the patch test in diagnosis.
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Experiences with Epidural Anesthesia in Obstetrics
The author has summarized the experiences of some of the obstetricians of his community in the use of epidural anesthesia. These were obtained by questionnaire. The results point up more agreement upon its efficacy than disagreement.
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Treatment of Meningitis A Retrospective Study
The findings in 135 patients with meningitis due to H. influenzae, N. meningitidis and D. pneumoniae treated by one of two regimens—either with multiple antimicrobial drugs or a single agent after one to three days of multiple antimicrobial therapy showed no statistical difference in the clinical course, incidence or type…
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The Use of Compression Plates in Open Reduction of Fractures of Long Bones
The authors believe the use of compression plates approaches the ideal fixation of certain fractures. Early weight bearing and the absence of an external support are great advantages of this method.
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Lateral Pharyngotomy Approach for Lesions of the Base of the Tongue, Pharynx and Larynx
This approach to deep lesions of the pharyngeal area has proven most effective in providing satisfactory exposure and has been accompanied by only a moderate degree of postoperative morbidity.
Original Article
Jejunal Diverticula
The authors review the clinical characteristics and complications encountered in eighteen cases of this lesion. Surgical treatment was followed by no mortality and minimal morbidity.
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The Kutler Repair of Fingertip Amputation
The author is enthusiastic in the use of this method of repair, following its use in twenty cases.
