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An atlas of normal radiographic anatomy
Book An Atlas of Normal Radiographic Anatomy. By Isadore Mechan, M.D., with the assistance of R. M. F. Farrer-Meschan, M.D. Second edition, 739 pages. W. B. Saunders Co. PhiIadeIphia, rgsg. Qr6.00.
The author has made many improvements in the second edition of this authoritative text. The demonstration of skeletal anatomy continues to be an outstanding feature, with many technics described for measuring deviations from normal. The chapter on growth and deveIopment is particulady we11 done, especially with reference to the pelvis and dislocated hips in children. The anatomy of the brain, as demonstrated by ventriculographic and arteriographic methods, is depicted in a very understandable manner. The author is an expert in the Iield of spinal anatomy, and this section will be very useful to all physicians dealing with “back problems.” There are also outstanding new sections dealing with angiocardiographic and angiographic demonstrations of the anatomy of the circulatory system. The description of phlebography of the lower extremities is cIearly given. The sections on bronchographic and gastrointestinal anatomy are very complete and accurate. There are so many outstanding features of this book that it is diIhcuIt to find points for adverse criticism. The section deaIing with x-ray protection is necessarily brief, and one wonders whether it is wise to attempt to cover such a subject, albeit an important one, in a book on anatomy. Some of the illustrations might have been improved by the use of reproductions of x-ray IiIms of excellent quality, rather than to have resorted to the Log-etronic method of reproducing the x-rays. No mention is made of the retrograde aortographic studies of the anatomy of the aortic valve regions and coronary arteria1 circulation. The excellent features of the book make it a “must” in the library of anatomy teachers, radiologists and other physicians who have to deal with anatomy as depicted in radiographs. The scope of anatomic material incIuded wiI1 make this a daily reference in radiology departAmerican
Journal
OJ Surgery,
Volume zoo, July rg6o
Reviews ments where residents are being trained. The book will also be of great value to all physicians who must have a knowledge of radiographic anatomy in their use of diagnostic x-ray films. SIDNEY W. NELSON, M.D. A Synopsis of Anaesthesia.
By J. Alfred Lee, M.R.c.s., D.A. Fourth edition, 616 pages. WilIiams & Wilkins Co. Baltimore, rgsg. $6.50. L.R.c.P.,
M.M.s.A.,
F.F.A.R.c.s.,
Previous editions of this book have always been considered a necessary addition to the library of the anesthesiologist. With this fourth edition, the anesthesiologist now has available a book which is up to date and from which information can be obtained rapidly. The references have been revised to the present and the book is well indexed. The text can be readily recommended not only to the practicing anesthesiologist but also to the surgical profession since it incorporates al1 the known methods and technics empIoyed in anesthesia. Included also are the various complications resulting from surgical intervention and anesthesia. Methods of treating these complications are well presented. WILLIAM HAMELBERG, M.D. Ciba Foundation Symposium on Carcinogenesis : Mechanisms of Action. Edited bv G. E. W. Wolstenholme, M.B., B.C.H. and Maeve “O’Connor, B.SC. 336 pages. Little, Brown & Co. Boston, 1959. $9.50.
The general medical reader finds the subject of carcinogenesis a difficult, detailed and controversial one, and he is somewhat hardpressed to fully appreciate what is presented. In the Ciba Foundation Symposium on this subject, good editing has produced an exceIlent choice of speakers and subject matter and informative presentations. It is a classic study in carcinogenesis progressing from a discussion of present theories through multiple research problems to closing remarks and a concise summary. The reader will appreciate the stress on investigations into the correlation of everyday Iife to carcinogenesis. FOSTER MARSHALL, M.D.
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The author has made many improvements in the second edition of this authoritative text. The demonstration of skeletal anatomy continues to be an outstanding feature, with many technics described for measuring deviations from normal. The chapter on growth and deveIopment is particulady we11 done, especially with reference to the pelvis and dislocated hips in children. The anatomy of the brain, as demonstrated by ventriculographic and arteriographic methods, is depicted in a very understandable manner. The author is an expert in the Iield of spinal anatomy, and this section will be very useful to all physicians dealing with “back problems.” There are also outstanding new sections dealing with angiocardiographic and angiographic demonstrations of the anatomy of the circulatory system. The description of phlebography of the lower extremities is cIearly given. The sections on bronchographic and gastrointestinal anatomy are very complete and accurate. There are so many outstanding features of this book that it is diIhcuIt to find points for adverse criticism. The section deaIing with x-ray protection is necessarily brief, and one wonders whether it is wise to attempt to cover such a subject, albeit an important one, in a book on anatomy. Some of the illustrations might have been improved by the use of reproductions of x-ray IiIms of excellent quality, rather than to have resorted to the Log-etronic method of reproducing the x-rays. No mention is made of the retrograde aortographic studies of the anatomy of the aortic valve regions and coronary arteria1 circulation. The excellent features of the book make it a “must” in the library of anatomy teachers, radiologists and other physicians who have to deal with anatomy as depicted in radiographs. The scope of anatomic material incIuded wiI1 make this a daily reference in radiology departAmerican
Journal
OJ Surgery,
Volume zoo, July rg6o
Reviews ments where residents are being trained. The book will also be of great value to all physicians who must have a knowledge of radiographic anatomy in their use of diagnostic x-ray films. SIDNEY W. NELSON, M.D. A Synopsis of Anaesthesia.
By J. Alfred Lee, M.R.c.s., D.A. Fourth edition, 616 pages. WilIiams & Wilkins Co. Baltimore, rgsg. $6.50. L.R.c.P.,
M.M.s.A.,
F.F.A.R.c.s.,
Previous editions of this book have always been considered a necessary addition to the library of the anesthesiologist. With this fourth edition, the anesthesiologist now has available a book which is up to date and from which information can be obtained rapidly. The references have been revised to the present and the book is well indexed. The text can be readily recommended not only to the practicing anesthesiologist but also to the surgical profession since it incorporates al1 the known methods and technics empIoyed in anesthesia. Included also are the various complications resulting from surgical intervention and anesthesia. Methods of treating these complications are well presented. WILLIAM HAMELBERG, M.D. Ciba Foundation Symposium on Carcinogenesis : Mechanisms of Action. Edited bv G. E. W. Wolstenholme, M.B., B.C.H. and Maeve “O’Connor, B.SC. 336 pages. Little, Brown & Co. Boston, 1959. $9.50.
The general medical reader finds the subject of carcinogenesis a difficult, detailed and controversial one, and he is somewhat hardpressed to fully appreciate what is presented. In the Ciba Foundation Symposium on this subject, good editing has produced an exceIlent choice of speakers and subject matter and informative presentations. It is a classic study in carcinogenesis progressing from a discussion of present theories through multiple research problems to closing remarks and a concise summary. The reader will appreciate the stress on investigations into the correlation of everyday Iife to carcinogenesis. FOSTER MARSHALL, M.D.
152