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Peritoneal Lavage Red Blood Cell And White Blood Cell Count: A Prospective Comparison Of Usefulness, Eugene Meyer, James C. Gruenberg

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

Prospectively, 637 patients with blunt or penetrating trauma to the lower chest or abdomen had quantitative peritoneal lavage red blood cell (RBC) and white blood cell (WBC) counts as part of their initial diagnostic evaluation. Statistically, the lavage RBC count (error rate: 6.8%) was a superior test to the lavage WBC count (error rate: 9.7%) (chi sq=9.2564, p=0.0024). See Appendix. When the lavage RBC and WBC tests agreed, the predictive value was high: 94% (46/49) when both were positive and 95% (521/549) when both were negative. When the lavage RBC test was positive and the lavage WBC test was negative, …

Front Matter

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

No abstract provided.

Why Cancer?, Angelos A. Kambouris

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

No abstract provided.

Family History As A Marker For Increased Risk Of Breast Cancer And Colon Cancer, Robert A. Norum

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

Cancer of the breast and colon are well known to occur with high frequency in families with certain inherited cancer syndromes. These cancers also occur with increased frequency in families which do not have a recognizable genetic cancer syndrome. The fact of familial occurrence can be used to identify people with increased risk of cancer. In high-risk people methods for early detection can be developed which may reduce morbidity and mortality from these cancers, as has been done for certain inherited cancer syndromes.

External Beam Treatment Of Inoperable Non-Small Cell Carcinoma Of The Lung, H. Gunter Seydel

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

External beam radiation therapy for unresectable non-small cell carcinoma of the lung has produced significant survival in patients with disease limited to one hemithorax. New approaches to improve the results of radiation treatment of these patients include interstitial implantation, the use of hypoxic cell sensitizers, biologic response modifiers, as well as changes in the technique of radiation therapy. This includes the use of modern computerized tomographic scanning technology for better definition of tumor volume as well as the use of two fractions per day in the treatment of non-small cell carcinoma of the lung. Initial results of these studies are …

The Spectrum Of B Cell Neoplasia, Michael J. Deegan

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

Recent progress in our understanding of the immune system and the development of new techniques that permit the precise identification of lymphocytes have permitted a reexamination of lymphoid neoplasms. Most of the non-Hodgkin's lymphomas and lymphocytic leukemias have been characterized as T or B cell neoplasms and have been shown to possess features similar to those expressed by normal lymphoid cells at different stages of maturation. The clinical significance and therapeutic implications of these discoveries are now being explored. This paper presents a concise overview of the differentiation of human B lymphocytes, the surface and cytoplasmic markers that permit their …

Preoperative Chemotherapy And Irradiation In The Treatment Of Soft Tissue Sarcomas Of The Lower Extremities: Preliminary Report Of Experience At Henry Ford Hospital, S. David Nathanson

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

The development of effective chemotherapy and improved techniques of radiation therapy offer the possibility of managing soft tissue sarcomas so that surgery may need to be less radical than in the past and amputation can be avoided. The low rates of local-regional and systemic recurrence that have resulted from using innovative combinations of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and conservative surgery encouraged us to use preoperative intraarterial adriamycin (doxorubicin) with or without radiation therapy for three cases of soft tissue sarcomas of the lower extremities. The rationale for this therapy is also discussed.

The Current Controversies In Surgical Management Of Early Breast Cancer, Angelos A. Kambouris

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

No abstract provided.

Elevated Serum Transaminase As A Presenting Clue For Precirrhotic Hemochromatosis, Lester P. Kobylak

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

For patients in whom unexplained elevations in SGOT and SGPT concentrations are found, determination of the serum iron level is recommended to screen for asymptomatic precirrhotic hemochromatosis. Care must be taken to differentiate between hereditary hemochromatosis and secondary iron accumulation due to liver disease.

Is Normal "Normal"?, Craig C. Foreback

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

No abstract provided.

Polymicrobal Pneumonia In A Corticosteroid-Treated Patient With Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease, John R. Haapaniemi, John Popovich Jr.

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

The immunosuppressive properties of corticosteroids are well established and cause a depression of pulmonary defense mechanisms. We report the case of a patient treated with short-term corticosteroids for an exacerbation of chronic obstructive lung disease who developed a multiple organism pneumonia.

Neurosonology: An Update, Beatrice L. Madrazo, Manuel Dujovny, Juan Fuentes, Michael A. Sandler, Madelyne Galvin

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

Recent technological advances in diagnostic ultrasound have resulted in the development of high-resolution, portable real-time scanners. In neurological ultrasound, these devices have been particularly useful for detecting intracranial hemorrhage in premature infants. Sonography is now being used during neurosurgical procedures to help in localizing masses for resection and biopsy, as well as in the placement of shunt catheters. The applications of neurosonology and our experience with intraoperative neurosonology are reported in this review.

Back Matter

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

No abstract provided.

Body Weight Changes Throughout The Menstrual Cycle And Their Effect Upon The Components Of Body Composition, Lovina M. Query

Dissertations and Theses

Research has shown that women experience fluctuations in body weight (BW) due to water retention and/or other processes at various times in the menstrual cycle. The purpose of this study is to measure women repeatedly throughout the course of one menstrual cycle and

(1) to confirm whether significant fluctuations in weight occur at various times and

(2) to determine whether there are significant differences in the components of body composition by hydrostatic weighing which are related to any changes in BW.

It was concluded that while significant fluctuations in BW occur at certain times in the menstrual cycle, the changes …

Correspondence, James L. Pierce To William Bergen, D.O., 1984 January 9, James L. Pierce

William F. Bergen, D.O. Collection

Letter from James L. Pierce, Trustee, University of New England to William Bergen, D.O. inviting Dr. Bergen to address the Board of Trustees regarding his efforts to bring in the University's largest gift to date.

Questions Of Preference For Mr. Petts, 1984, University Of New England

William F. Bergen, D.O. Collection

Questions to Sanford Petts related to the dedication of the University Health Center which today bears his name.

Brochure, The State Of Une, 1984, University Of New England

William F. Bergen, D.O. Collection

Brochure outlining the accomplishments and plans for Saint Francis College, the New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, and the College of Health Sciences.

Allergies Related To Mosquitoes, Repellents, And Insecticides, James T.C. Li, Charles E. Reed

Journal of the Minnesota Academy of Science

Man's skin response to the mosquito bite exhibits great individual variability. The everyday immediate reaction consists o f a red, or erythematous wheal that lasts only one or two hours. Twenty to 24 hours after the mosquito bite, a delayed reaction of erythema, swelling, and itching may also occur. An individual may exhibit an immediate reaction, delayed reaction, both reactions, or neither reaction. Studies suggest that sensitization to mosquito saliva may be responsible for the inflammatory response. This hypothesis is supported by histologic studies which demonstrate striking infiltration of inflammatory cells at the site of mosquito bites. Severe local reactions …

The University Of Health Sciences Journal: 1984 Edition, University Of Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Medicine, James F. Ryan

University of Health Sciences Journal (1981-1985)

Contents: Finding an Internship -- Academics: Maintaining the Standards of Education -- Building the Foundation of Osteopathic Medicine -- UHS/COM Board of Trustees -- Recording the Impact of DRG's -- Commencement 1984 -- Breaking the Stereotype -- Alumni Album -- The Faces of 1984 at UHS -- COMments -- People -- In Memoriam.

Vital Signs, Winter 1984, Boonshoft School Of Medicine

Vital Signs

A twenty eight page newsletter created by the Boonshoft School of Medicine to document the current affairs of the school. This issue includes a variety of feature articles, alumni profiles, class notes, and more.

Oncolog, Volume 29, Number 04, October-December 1984, Guy R. Newell Md

OncoLog MD Anderson's Report to Physicians (All issues) Archives

• Computer Program Simulates Cell Growth, Provides Data for Cytotoxic Drug Studies
• UT MDAH Code of Ethics Guides Personnel in Making Complex Decisions Concerning Patients
• Epidemiologist Relates Hodgkin's Disease, Testicular Cancer, and Multiple Sclerosis
• Leech Gland Extract Inhibits Metastasis Enhancement by Drugs or Radiation in Mice

Oncolog, Volume 29, Number 03, July-September 1984, Jesus E. Medina Md

OncoLog MD Anderson's Report to Physicians (All issues) Archives

• Clinician Relates Thickness of Stage I Melanoma to Prognosis and Treatment
• Researcher Associates High Potassium, Low Sodium Intake with Decreased Cancer Rates
• Gene Probes Used in Leukemia Diagnosis
• MOPP Chemotherapy Proves Effective for Infants and Children with Brain Tumors

Oncolog, Volume 29, Number 01, January-March 1984, Isaiah J. Fidler Dvm, Phd, Donna R. Copeland Phd, Jack M. Fletcher Phd, Betty Pfefferbaum-Levine Md, Norman Jaffe Md, Hubert L. Ried Md, Moshe H. Maor Md

OncoLog MD Anderson's Report to Physicians (All issues) Archives

• Researcher Describes Early Success with Macrophages in Treating Metastasis
• Home Hyperalimentation Promotes Self-Care
• CNS Irradiation of Children Found to Impair Arithmetic-Related Abilities

Oncolog, Volume 29, Number 02, April-June 1984, Jorge R. Quesada Md, James M. Reuben Phd, John T. Manning Md, Evan M. Hersh Md, Jordan U. Gutterman Md, Terence J. Fleming Dds

OncoLog MD Anderson's Report to Physicians (All issues) Archives

• Alpha Interferon Induces High Response In Patients with Hairy-Cell Leukemia
• Daily Fluoride Routine Prevents Radiation and Drug-Induced Caries in Cancer Patients
• Cyclotron Provides Fast-Neutron Therapy for Patients with Radioresistant Tumors

Namru-3 Translations Of Parasite Literature From Russian, French, Japanese, Etc. Into English (1973-1984) T1801-T1900, United States Naval Medical Research Unit Number Three, Cairo, Medical Zoology Department

United States Naval Medical Research Unit 3: Publications

T1801. TRANSLATION FROM RUSSIAN. KOLOTVINOV, S. V. and MASLENNIKOV, V. A. (1980). Method for evaluating the functional activity of viral antigens. Zh. Mikrobiol., Moskva, 57(8): 58-61.

T1803. TRANSLATION FROM GERMAN. CAFLISH, U., TONZ, O., SCHAAD, U. B., AESCHLIMANN, A. and BURGDORFER, W. (1984). Tick-borne meningo-radiculitis – a spirochetosis. Schweiz. Med. Wschr., 114(18):630-634.

T1804. TRANSLATION FROM FRENCH. LEW, D. (1984). Fevers developing after travels – some unusual cases. Schweiz. Med. Wschr., 114(29):1029-1031.

T1805. TRANSLATION FROM RUSSIAN. L'VOV, D. K., ANDREEV, V. P., ISACHENKO, V. A., YAKHNO, M. A. ZAKSTEL'SKAYA, L. Ya., SOKOLOVA, N. N. and VASIL' EV, V. I. (1974). Detection …

Julian K. Quattlebaum Papers, Zach S. Henderson Library Special Collections

Finding Aids

This collection consists of a wide variety of notes, letters, articles, photographs, writings, publications, awards, art work, plaques, certificates, negatives, programs, bulletins, news clippings, and more. The bulk of the collection pertains to the personal life of Dr. Quattlebaum, the history of surgery, the surgical advancements made by Dr. Quattlebaum, and the history of automobiles and automobile racing.

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Correspondence, Jack S. Ketchum, President, University Of New England To William F. Bergen, D.O., 1983 December 16, Jack S. Ketchum

William F. Bergen, D.O. Collection

Letter from Jack S. Ketchum, President, University of New England to William F. Bergen, D.O. thanking him for his efforts encouraging Mr. Petts donation.

Correspondence, Jack S. Ketchum, President, University Of New England To Sanford F. Petts, 1983 December 14, Jack S. Ketchum

William F. Bergen, D.O. Collection

Letter from Jack S. Ketchum, President, University of New England to Sanford F. Petts thanking him for his generous donation.

Correspondence, Jack S. Ketchum, President, University Of New England To Homer Waterhouse, Esq., 1983 December 1, Jack S. Ketchum

William F. Bergen, D.O. Collection

Letter from Jack S. Ketchum, President, University of New England to Homer Waterhouse, Esq. regarding Sanford Petts gift to the University of New England.

Vitamin D In Clinical Medicine, John G. Haddad

Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal

No abstract provided.