Date of Award
Spring 1955
Document Type
Thesis - Restricted
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Nursing
Abstract
This study was undertaken in an attempt to produce peptic ulceration in the dog by a surgically induced excessive vagal stimulation. The production of peptic ulcer by pharmacologic means (histamine, etc.) and transposition procedures (Mann-Williamson dog) are well known and will not be considered. Most of the previous surgical attempts have been done transthoracically with attendant morbidity and mortality. The method under current consideration was an anastomosis between the central end of the phrenic nerve to the peripheral end of the vagus nerve performed in the neck. Byu this means it was hoped that the constant discharge of impulses from the respiratory center would traverse the anastomosis and activate the postganglionic fibers in the wall of the gastroduodenal tract.
Recommended Citation
Pfeifer, William Murray, "Phrenicovagal Anastomosis in the Dog" (1955). Master's Theses (1922-2009) Access restricted to Marquette Campus. 3662.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/theses/3662