Vaginal Tumours, with Special Reference to Cancer and Sarcoma

uterus. This, in his opinion, seems to show that functional peculiarities influence tumour formation more than the developmental origin of the organ involved. He points out that the rare incidence of cancer in the vagina is rather against the irritative theory of its production, and shows that it is rare in prostitutes, and also in connection with either the wearing of pessaries or in connection with prolapse and invagination. He gives a very interesting account of vaginal cysts, especially as to the production of cysts of the Wolffian ducts and also those derived from the Mullerian system. We can recommend a careful study of this work to anyone who wishes to gain information on the subject. The numerous references make the consultation of the various authorities