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Compression Of The Duodenum By The Root Of The Mesentery, Peter A. Haas, Jawaid Akhtar, Lester Kobylak
Compression Of The Duodenum By The Root Of The Mesentery, Peter A. Haas, Jawaid Akhtar, Lester Kobylak
Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal
Compression of the duodenum by the root of the mesentery is a rare pathological entity that has caused much controversy because it has been mistakenly identified as the "superior mesenteric artery syndrome" or the "vascular compression of the duodenum." We discuss the pathological anatomy and the diagnosis of the disease, and report an illustrative case. Some authors report many cases of the syndrome, while others doubt its existence. Before surgery is considered, the diagnosis should be established beyond doubt and a prolonged period of observation, medical treatment, and nutritional support should be provided. The barium contrast swallowing test combined with …
A Preliminary Evaluation Of Azathioprine (Imuran®) In The Treatment Of Multiple Sclerosis, William G. Tucker, K. H. Kapphahn
A Preliminary Evaluation Of Azathioprine (Imuran®) In The Treatment Of Multiple Sclerosis, William G. Tucker, K. H. Kapphahn
Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal
A theoretical approach to the unknown etiology of multiple sclerosis is presented in this preliminary study which reports the results of empiric treatment with azathioprine. Imuran® therapy produced stabilization of the disease, neurological improvement, and no progress of neurological dysfunction or loss of any regained function. Evidence points toward a viral-induced immunological defect. Abnormal gamma globulins found in the cerebral spinal fluid suggest an immunological etiology.
Ataxia Telangiectasia, Donald D. Worcester
Ataxia Telangiectasia, Donald D. Worcester
Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Diabetic Amyotrophy: A Report Of Two Cases, John Peacock, Raul Calderon
Diabetic Amyotrophy: A Report Of Two Cases, John Peacock, Raul Calderon
Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Systemic Sclerosis, Robert E. Birk, Clarence E. Rupe
Systemic Sclerosis, Robert E. Birk, Clarence E. Rupe
Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Parkinsonism: Neurological Considerations, J. Dana Darnley
Parkinsonism: Neurological Considerations, J. Dana Darnley
Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal
No abstract provided.