Complete Record - Heirs of Hippocrates No. 1539

HERBERT MAYO (1796-1852) Observations on injuries and diseases of the rectum. Duff Green 1834 61 pp. 22.2 cm., illus.

For more information on this author or work, see number: 1537

In this comprehensive tract on diseases and injuries of the rectum, Mayo presents many case histories to illustrate the principles he discusses. He commented that he was "led to write upon this subject by several considerations. Diseases of the rectum are of frequent occurrence: they are extremely troublesome, and are often attended with severe pain. The greater number admit, if judiciously treated, of speedy and complete relief: while on the other hand, when not understood, they are liable through misdirected remedies to be seriously aggravated. Much good may be done by one who is well acquainted with these complaints; much harm, by one who treats them ignorantly" (p. [3]).

Gift of John Martin, M.D.