Laryngology’s Debt to Research

Mr William Mayhew Mollison delivered his Semon Lecture in 1938. He discussed the various groups of Streptococcus and reviewed the factors that influence immunity and resistance. He then went on to describe the origins of the infection and the various sources of infection and modes, before looking at prophylaxis. Journal article version of the lecture … Continue reading “Laryngology’s Debt to Research”

The Surgical Treatment of Chronic Cicatricial Stenosis of the Larynx

Professor Ernst Carl Schmiegelow gave his Semon Lecture in 1937. His talk centred around improved surgical treatment of stenosis, which he claims is better than laryngostomy and cannulation. He gives a detailed description of the method he uses and claims that all cases can be treated in this way and that it is completely innocuous. … Continue reading “The Surgical Treatment of Chronic Cicatricial Stenosis of the Larynx”

Inflammation of the Maxillary Antrum and Other Accessory Sinuses (Some Clinical Manifestations of its Pathology)

Mr Herbert Tilley delivered his Semon Lecture in 1934. His talk centred around looking at new pathology of infection into bones. It includes a review of the anatomy of the sinuses before exploring infection transmission modes and the clinical manifestations of diseases. He then goes on to make some suggestions for various treatments. Journal article … Continue reading “Inflammation of the Maxillary Antrum and Other Accessory Sinuses (Some Clinical Manifestations of its Pathology)”

The So-Called Associated Paralyses of the Larynx (Multiple Cranial Nerve Palsy)

Professor Hendrik Burger presented his Semon lecture on the 2nd of November 1933 at the Lecture Hall of the Royal Society of Medicine. His lecture focuses on the various eponymous syndromes for paralysis of different cranial nerves and whether all of these syndromes are actually justified. In conclusion, he found that the associated paralysis of … Continue reading “The So-Called Associated Paralyses of the Larynx (Multiple Cranial Nerve Palsy)”

The Tonsil Problem

Professor Otto Kahler gave his Semon Lecture in 1932. He spoke widely on the tonsils, including the role and function of tonsils, whether they served a particular purpose, before going on to address the long-standing issue of whether or not to remove them. Journal article version of the lecture Otto Kahler was born on the … Continue reading “The Tonsil Problem”

The Relative Value of Radiotherapy in the Treatment of Cancers in the Upper Air Passages

Mr William Douglas Harmer gave his lecture on the 5th of November 1931 at the Royal Society of Medicine. His talk highlighted the importance of increasing the availability of radiation therapy, increased training for identifying patients suitable for treatment, and the joint care of patients by clinicians and radiation experts. Journal article version of the … Continue reading “The Relative Value of Radiotherapy in the Treatment of Cancers in the Upper Air Passages”