OBSTETRICS AND GYNÆCOLOGY

Early chapters are devoted to a clear and concise description of the anatomy and physiology of the female pelvic organs,and throughoutthe work a thorough review is given of the various pathological changesthat may be encountered,so that a knowledge of the subject is built upon a safe and scientific foundation. The· section on methods of examination is of special value to both student and practitioner. An important feature is the description of how to manage and gain the confidence of the patient. Disorders of function, which are so commonly misunderstood,are clearly described and their treatment is laid down in a clear and safe manner. The section dealing with endocrinology is excellent and most acceptable. The author has brought forward clearly all establishedfacts, whilst avoiding.a maze of theoretical and unproven considerations,and so has escaped from the confusion and contradiction that so commonly occur in a study of the endocrinesystem. His conclusionswill greatly help, therefore, in endocrinetherapy. They merit careful study. Localized inflammation and birth injuries, with their resultant troubles and treatment, are well described and illustrated. The problem of cancer in the female is dealt with fully and completely. This section also is splendidly illustrated. The authorsatisfactorilydemonstratesby his methodsand tabulated forms the highly successful standard of treatment that he has gained in his own clinic at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney. In the section on operative gynrecology the author describes not only his own methods, but also other surgeons' technique that he has tried and found satisfactory. An excellent discussion of post-operativecomplications and their prevention and managementbrings to a close this really first-rate text-book, The subject matter throughout is entirely modern; the printing is excellent,and there is a profusion of beautiful illustrations. Therefore, the book can be warmly recommended as a standard text-book for both student and specialist. Dr. Schlink stressesthe fact that gynrecological treatmenthas very important medical as well as surgical aspects. It follows that this text-book should be of great value also to the man in generalpractice.