RT Journal
A1 Beahrs OH
T1 A textbook of surgical physiology
JF Journal of the American Medical Association
JO Journal of the American Medical Association
YR 1960
FD April 30
VO 172
IS 18
SP 2128
OP 2128
DO 10.1001/jama.1960.03020180138039
UL http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/jama.1960.03020180138039
AB This valuable contribution to medical literature is dedicated to Professor Illingworth in acknowledgment of his suggestion that the book be written and for his advice and encouragement. The intention was to complement textbooks on surgical anatomy and surgical pathology by providing the surgeon with important, needed information in the field of physiology. This purpose has been accomplished. The text is interesting and well written. It is easy to read and understand. Essential information is generally included, and it is not necessary to search through voluminous detail to get to the point of the subject. If the reader desires background and research information, he may consult the adequate and reasonably up-to-date bibliography.The material is organized according to anatomic structures or systems. Cross references and a good index make subject matter easily found. As the volume is intended primarily for the general surgeon, discussion of the central nervous system and pituitary