A contribution to the treatment of uterine versions and flexions

Preface

TO THE SECOND EDITION.

A S said in the first edition, this is not intended for a piece of fine writing. It is simply a contribution from one who believes it the duty of every one to strive to leave his profession better than he found it. The first edition being out of print, a new one is called for. The instruments herein described have been commended, and widely adopted. It is thought to be no more than right that those who use the writer's supporters should have a clear conception of the inventor's ideas in their employment. I have been pained to learn that some instrument makers have produced my pessaries, or what they call my pessaries, and have left out the very feature I most value. A patent would have protected the instrument ; as it is, I must rest the matter simply upon a respectful protest against this naming of bastards after me.

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The writer has been permitted to know that the devices suggested here have relieved large numbers of suffering women. This knowledge is an incentive to this renewed attempt to introduce this set of pessaries to a larger acquaintance in the profession. Some may find fault with the style ; but the things stated must not be blamed or discarded because the inapt manner of their presentation may be open to just criticism.

It may be added that Codman & Shurtleff make my instruments according to my models and satisfaction.

E. C.

13 Temple Street, July, 24, 1876.

Contents

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Introduction . 1

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