The Value of Vitamin B1 in Diphtheria

Abstract

VITAMIN B, IN DIPHTHERIA TMLE BRJTOiL 359 MEDICAL JOtJRNAVl (lepressing effect of colostomy has been an important contribLutory factor, but the chief reason, I think, is the absence of riectal function, which in those without colostomy serves as a valLuable guide in the determination of the amount of treatnment. Taking a broad view I am convinced that most of these patients would have been happier withouLt colostomy and would probably have lived as long. Summary of Conclusions The valtue of colostomy in non-obstructive cases of inoperable carcinoma of the rectum is doubtful. Except in advanced cases, x-ray treatment provides a nmethod of restoring rectal function to a degree compatible with an active life for a considerable period without resort to colostomy. It has the further advantages of caulsing the minimum of discomfort and avoiding any operative procedure.