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Pickering offers a clear statement of his quantitative approach to hypertension. It is unfortunate that a set rebuttal was not planned, for the many disapproving comments carry some heat, but little ordered light. Sir George emerges the victor, but I regret that the opposing forces were not better prepared. Amine metabolism, renal factors, changes in vessel walls, and epidemiological aspects were also considered. Most of these aspects are now a bit dated. In summary, I would suggest this volume as required reading for all investigators of hypertension, and I think that rapid reading of it will be enjoyable to most cardiologists. To all concerned with biologic investigation, I recommend Peterson’s elegant paragraph on page 236 on hypothesis, model formulation, and quantitative data. It should not be hidden in the midst of a fading conference report.
THE PATHOLOGY OF THE PULMONARY VASCULATURE. By C. A. Wagenvoort, M.D., Donald Heath, M.D., and Jesse E. Edwards, M.D. Springfield, Ill., 1963, Charles C Thomas, Publisher, 494 pages. Price $25.50. This is a very good book, and one that is much needed today with the ever-increasing interest in pulmonary heart disease and pulmonary vascular disease. The monograph has many very good illustrations, including a few electron-microscopic ones. The authors discuss the normal pulmonary vasculature in the fetus, infants, and children, as well as adults. Greatest emphasis is placed upon congenital heart disease, although other diseases are discussed as well. Each chapter is documented with many references. Unfortunately, the problems are so extensive that a complete or encyclopedic presentation of the subjects is impossible. Nevertheless, this is a good reference book and is recommended to all
physicians and students who various aspects of the pathology blood vessels.
NEW Day Care Chest North, 1963. Price
are interested oft he pulmonary
in
IDEAS ON REHABILITATION. Report of a Study on Facilities for Education, Rehabilitation and Services Held in London, June, 1963. The and Heart Association, Tavistock House Tavistock Square, London, W.C. 1, England, Printed by Waterlow & Sons, Ltd., 102 pages. $2.50.
This small volume consists of brief presentations by 16 authorities in the various disciplinesmedical and paramedical, representing official and voluntary health agencies-dealing with the rehabilitation of patients with respiratory and cardiovascular disorders. Readers in the U.S.A. will note many similarities to their own experience in motivational and placement problems, and in the techniques directed toward their solution. Some of the methods described are, of course, applicable only in the British system of medical practice. The discussants appear to be exceedingly well qualified, and the clarity of expression in their presentations is noteworthy.
ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHIC NOTEBOOK. By Irene Ferrer, M.D., Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine, Columbia University College of Physicians, New York, N.Y. Ed. 2, New York, 1964, Hoeber Medical Division, Harper and Row, 112 pages. Price $2.75. This little “notebook” of a little over 100 pages, which is small enough to fit into one’s coat pocket, should be of value to students and members of house staffs. Obviously, such a book cannot be complete, but it does discuss some of the most common clinical electrocardiographic problems. When used as a supplement to more complete presentations, it should be of value to beginners.
Announcement TEIE ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM OF THE MEDICAL STAFF OF THE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF LONG BEACH will be held at The Memorial Hospital of Long Beach, on Wednesday, May 20, 1964. The program will feature papers by staff physicians of Memorial Hospital. Also participating will be Robert C. Horn, M.D., Director of the Depart-
ment of Pathology, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Mich. Additional information is available from George Symposium Secretary, The X. Trimble, M.D., Memorial Hospital of Long Beach, 2801 Atlantic .4ve., Long Beach 6, Calif.
Book reviews
Pickering offers a clear statement of his quantitative approach to hypertension. It is unfortunate that a set rebuttal was not planned, for the many disapproving comments carry some heat, but little ordered light. Sir George emerges the victor, but I regret that the opposing forces were not better prepared. Amine metabolism, renal factors, changes in vessel walls, and epidemiological aspects were also considered. Most of these aspects are now a bit dated. In summary, I would suggest this volume as required reading for all investigators of hypertension, and I think that rapid reading of it will be enjoyable to most cardiologists. To all concerned with biologic investigation, I recommend Peterson’s elegant paragraph on page 236 on hypothesis, model formulation, and quantitative data. It should not be hidden in the midst of a fading conference report.
THE PATHOLOGY OF THE PULMONARY VASCULATURE. By C. A. Wagenvoort, M.D., Donald Heath, M.D., and Jesse E. Edwards, M.D. Springfield, Ill., 1963, Charles C Thomas, Publisher, 494 pages. Price $25.50. This is a very good book, and one that is much needed today with the ever-increasing interest in pulmonary heart disease and pulmonary vascular disease. The monograph has many very good illustrations, including a few electron-microscopic ones. The authors discuss the normal pulmonary vasculature in the fetus, infants, and children, as well as adults. Greatest emphasis is placed upon congenital heart disease, although other diseases are discussed as well. Each chapter is documented with many references. Unfortunately, the problems are so extensive that a complete or encyclopedic presentation of the subjects is impossible. Nevertheless, this is a good reference book and is recommended to all
physicians and students who various aspects of the pathology blood vessels.
NEW Day Care Chest North, 1963. Price
are interested oft he pulmonary
in
IDEAS ON REHABILITATION. Report of a Study on Facilities for Education, Rehabilitation and Services Held in London, June, 1963. The and Heart Association, Tavistock House Tavistock Square, London, W.C. 1, England, Printed by Waterlow & Sons, Ltd., 102 pages. $2.50.
This small volume consists of brief presentations by 16 authorities in the various disciplinesmedical and paramedical, representing official and voluntary health agencies-dealing with the rehabilitation of patients with respiratory and cardiovascular disorders. Readers in the U.S.A. will note many similarities to their own experience in motivational and placement problems, and in the techniques directed toward their solution. Some of the methods described are, of course, applicable only in the British system of medical practice. The discussants appear to be exceedingly well qualified, and the clarity of expression in their presentations is noteworthy.
ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHIC NOTEBOOK. By Irene Ferrer, M.D., Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine, Columbia University College of Physicians, New York, N.Y. Ed. 2, New York, 1964, Hoeber Medical Division, Harper and Row, 112 pages. Price $2.75. This little “notebook” of a little over 100 pages, which is small enough to fit into one’s coat pocket, should be of value to students and members of house staffs. Obviously, such a book cannot be complete, but it does discuss some of the most common clinical electrocardiographic problems. When used as a supplement to more complete presentations, it should be of value to beginners.
Announcement TEIE ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM OF THE MEDICAL STAFF OF THE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF LONG BEACH will be held at The Memorial Hospital of Long Beach, on Wednesday, May 20, 1964. The program will feature papers by staff physicians of Memorial Hospital. Also participating will be Robert C. Horn, M.D., Director of the Depart-
ment of Pathology, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Mich. Additional information is available from George Symposium Secretary, The X. Trimble, M.D., Memorial Hospital of Long Beach, 2801 Atlantic .4ve., Long Beach 6, Calif.