Abstract
THE interesting method of treatment of osteomyelitis developed in recent years in the United States is well known. First 'surgical maggots' were used. Then it was found that the beneficial effect was due to the presence of allantoin in the natural excretions of the maggots, so that the use of the latter could be eliminated. Later research showed that the chemically related (and much cheaper) substance urea could be substituted for allantoin in the treatment of osteomyelitis.
Similar content being viewed by others
Article PDF
Author information
Authors and Affiliations
Rights and permissions
About this article
Cite this article
GARDNER, J. Possible Role of Urea in Formation of Cancerous Growths. Nature 141, 692 (1938). https://doi.org/10.1038/141692a0
Published:
Issue Date:
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/141692a0
Comments
By submitting a comment you agree to abide by our Terms and Community Guidelines. If you find something abusive or that does not comply with our terms or guidelines please flag it as inappropriate.