I have found it extremely difficult to lay down minute and specific plans of treatment for individual cases, or for the various modifications of disease; and, I fear, in this respect, my book may be thought deficient. I have, however, always indicated the principles, which must guide us in the management of the disorder; and I have preferred leaving their adaptation to the sagacity and judgment of the practitioner. I have sought information wherever I had reason to believe it was to be found; I have consulted all the authorities within my reach, and have carefully referred to those from whom I have quoted, but yet I fear that many faults, both of omission and commission, will be observed. In these, I must request the indulgence of the reader, who, I hope, will bear in mind, that the work has been written in the midst of the distractions of professional business, or at hours which are usually devoted to rest. 137 STEPHEN'S GREEN, DUBLIN, October, 1849. F. CHURCHILL. |