Title supplied by curator., Date supplied by curator., Twelfth Report, Chinese Repository, vol. 13, 1844, p. 305: March 13th, Steatomatous tumor, Wáng I, aged 48 of Nánhái, with a tumor more than a foot round at the base, situated at the course of the linea alba, between the umbilicus and sternum. It commenced more than twenty two years ago, and for nearly a year had been in an ulcerated state fungoid and fetid state. The tenseness of the skin allowed it but slight motion, and as it was uncertain how deep it extended, the only chance of prolonging his life was to extirpate it. Assisted by Drs. Marjoribanks and O’Sullivan, it was removed. It was found to originate from the lingua alba and the fascia of the rectus muscles -- to which it adhered by a broad base, and which were distinctly seen after the operation. In little more than a month he was discharged cured., and This electronic record is derived from historic data and may not reflect our current information. Review and updating of records is ongoing.
Subject (Name):
Parker, Peter, 1804-1888. and Canton Hospital (Guangzhou, China)
Subject (Topic):
Medicine, Chinese, Missions, Medical, Tumors, Abdomen, Cancer, and Sick persons
Title supplied by curator., Date supplied by curator., Fifteenth Report of the Ophthalmic Hospital in Canton for the years 1848 and 1849, in Chinese Repository, vol. 11, 1850 : No. 32222. Large scirrhus of the breast of a young man. Fung Pih-hú, aged 20, of the district of Sinhwui had a scirrhus affection of the right mamma of six years growth. The young man was emaciated, extremities oedeomatous, countenance cadaverous; the breast had been long ulcerated and was beginning to slough, and it was manifest that if space would be found sufficient for the scalpel to pass between his disease and the grave, it must be without delay. Notwithstanding the thermometer ranged at 90° and upwards with a desire of affording him his only chance of recovery, on the 4th of July I proceeded to the operation, not without apprehension lest he might not survive. The gland was extirpated in about one minute, and the arteries secured as speedily as practicable. It measured 23 inches in circumference, and weighed a little short than three pounds. There was no sufficient healthy integument to cover the base when removed, and a space of two inches in breadth at the widest part between the flaps, required to be healed by granulations. The patient rallied remarkably well. The oedema subsided entirely in a few days, the general health improved, and in six weeks the patients was discharged comparatively well., and This electronic record is derived from historic data and may not reflect our current information. Review and updating of records is ongoing.
Subject (Name):
Parker, Peter, 1804-1888. and Canton Hospital (Guangzhou, China)
Subject (Topic):
Medicine, Chinese, Missions, Medical, Tumors, Breast, Cancer, and Sick persons
Title supplied by curator., Date supplied by curator., and This electronic record is derived from historic data and may not reflect our current information. Review and updating of records is ongoing.
Subject (Name):
Parker, Peter, 1804-1888. and Canton Hospital (Guangzhou, China)
Subject (Topic):
Medicine, Chinese, Missions, Medical, Tumors, Scrotum, Cancer, and Sick persons
Title supplied by curator., Date supplied by curator., Chinese Repository, vol. 5, 1836-1837, Fifth Ophthalmic Report: p. 457, No 2231. Nov 21st Congenital tumor. Wang Ke-King, aged 27 is the son of a respectable tea broker, resident in Canton. The history of the tumor is as follows: It was observed at the birth of the child that the nates of the right side were unusually large, ‘a little fat’ as his nurse expressed it. The child did not attract particular attention until eight years old, when the preternatural enlargement had become conspicuous. Till within a few years the growth was gradual, but for the last four years its increase has been rapid, and it is now nearly one third of the weight if the man. It is suspended apparently by fibrous bands, from the first of the last ribs on the back, the spinous processes and ilium, and nates. Its attachment covers a surface of about a square foot. The tumor extends a little below the knees. (...) The weight is variously estimated from 60 to 100 pounds. When the man sits down the tumor forms a circular cushion which elevates him six inches or more in his chair. It is relaxed according to the weather is hot or cold. In the morning the skin is corrugated upon its surface. The color of the skin upon the tumor, and a few inches upon the back and down the thighs is of a dark color, resembling a mole. There are masses somewhat distinct, which appear glandular. It is free from pain, and the young man has enjoyed good health. He is of a nervous temperament, all his motions quick, and very sensitive of the slightest touch. When he came to the hospital there was a large sore, formed by lying upon the right hip, and the callous and dead skin resembled thick leather. (...) The integument is distinct from the tumor [after the incision]. Of the feasibility and desirableness of removing the tumor, I have no further doubt, and am corroborated in the opinion of the gentlemen, among whom are Scotch, French, English surgeons who have examined the case, and in whose discrimination and judgment I have great confidence. Previous, to the incision, the main objection to an operation was the unwillingness of his wife; the removal now seems more formidable to the man himself. Whether it shall be attempted or not, depends upon him and his relations to determine., From Peter Parker’s journal: “Case Study from Peter Parker's Journal, (no date provided). "Man, aged 27. Weight of tumor, nearly one third of the weight of the man. Weight estimated variously from 60 to 100 pounds. When the man sits down, the tumor forms a chair or cushion, which elevates him 6 inches or more from his chair. It is relaxed according as the weather is hot or cold. Of the feasibility and desirability of removing the tumor, I have no further doubt. The main objection to the operation, on the part of the patient and his friends, was the unwillingness of his wife. The patient was not operated on. Later when this patient died, an attempt was made to secure a necropsy, but this was not obtainable.", and This electronic record is derived from historic data and may not reflect our current information. Review and updating of records is ongoing.
Subject (Name):
Parker, Peter, 1804-1888. and Canton Hospital (Guangzhou, China)
Subject (Topic):
Medicine, Chinese, Missions, Medical, Buttocks, Tumors, and Sick persons
Title supplied by curator., Date supplied by curator., Fifteenth Report of the Ophthalmic Hospital for the years 1847-1848, Chinese Repository, 1850, p. 270: No. 30563, Feb 19th 1849, Malignant fungoid tumor. Lí AkÍ, aged 54, of the district of Shunteh, had a tumor situated in the lumbar region and adhering to the spinuous processes. It was of thirteen years growth and fourteen inches in circumference. Though ulcerated and of fungoid appearance, it was not suspected of a malignant nature. The original tumor was removed; a second operation was performed, removing every trace of the disease, when in parts contiguous and before apparently healthy, it soon returned with increased malignity.”, and This electronic record is derived from historic data and may not reflect our current information. Review and updating of records is ongoing.
Subject (Name):
Parker, Peter, 1804-1888. and Canton Hospital (Guangzhou, China)
Title supplied by curator., Date supplied by curator., Eighth Report, Chinese Repository, vol. 7, 1838-1837, p. 97: No. 4606, Gourd-shaped tumor, December 18th, 1837. Kwan Nanking, aged 42, of Nanhae, also of lymphatic temperament had a tumor pendulous from his left side immediately over the hip joint, precisely resembling a gourd. Its bulbous portion was about one foot circumference, and its neck four or five inches long, and the circular attachment of its peduncle about two inches diameter. Its lower part was in an ulcerated state. On the 28th of February it was removed and the patient was presently well. Its singular form and attachment entitle it to notice., and This electronic record is derived from historic data and may not reflect our current information. Review and updating of records is ongoing.
Subject (Name):
Parker, Peter, 1804-1888. and Canton Hospital (Guangzhou, China)
Subject (Topic):
Medicine, Chinese, Missions, Medical, Tumors, Hip joint, Diseases, and Sick persons
Title supplied by curator., Date supplied by curator., and This electronic record is derived from historic data and may not reflect our current information. Review and updating of records is ongoing.
Subject (Name):
Parker, Peter, 1804-1888. and Canton Hospital (Guangzhou, China)
Subject (Topic):
Medicine, Chinese, Missions, Medical, Tumors, Face, Cancer, and Sick persons
Man with mass on right shoulder, some discoloration of his face
Alternative Title:
Case No. 36759
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Title supplied by curator., Date supplied by curator., and This electronic record is derived from historic data and may not reflect our current information. Review and updating of records is ongoing.
Subject (Name):
Parker, Peter, 1804-1888. and Canton Hospital (Guangzhou, China)
Subject (Topic):
Medicine, Chinese, Missions, Medical, Tumors, Shoulder, and Sick persons
Title supplied by curator., Date supplied by curator., and This electronic record is derived from historic data and may not reflect our current information. Review and updating of records is ongoing.
Subject (Name):
Parker, Peter, 1804-1888. and Canton Hospital (Guangzhou, China)
Subject (Topic):
Medicine, Chinese, Missions, Medical, Tumors, Arm, and Sick persons
