The Roentgen Ray as a Remedy in Fibromyomata and other Benign Gynecologic Diseases: A Review of 222 Cases1

IN this review of all gynecologic cases of my records—totaling 222—I have referred to some previously reported in order to make this presentation complete. Throughout seven years' experience I have endeavored to keep an open mind, freely allowing my opinions to change. But on one major issue, the practicability of X-ray in gynecology, my convictions are increasingly favorable. It is also true that my more mature judgment confirms my earlier belief that in benign gynecologic diseases the lower voltage, with abundant time for readjustment, is a safe and effective practice. This conclusion is confirmed by many roentgen therapists. Holzknecht (1) recommends the single maximum dose in the treatment of malignant tumors alone, and observes that in a few individuals, who failed to complete the series of treatments, “half or less of the ovary dose was sufficient to stop menstruction.” He continues: “It is my belief, therefore, that we do not have the right, simply for the purpose of maintaining a uniform and easil...