Diseases of Childbirth

Classic disease descriptions

Through the exploration of classical books and writings of old-time clinicians, this growing database aims to provide categorized, detailed characterizations of diseases, including finely detailed signs and symptoms.

Also called grape-like sarcoma (papillary sarcoma of the cervix) is […] characterized by its grape-like form. Clinically, it is extremely malignant. The mass is soft in consistence, and grows to a large size, often filling the vagina. The disease spreads along the mucous membrane into the uterus, and to the vagina, and finally invades the pelvic connective tissue and peritoneum.

Garrett, R. W. (1897). Text book of medical and surgical gynaecology for the use of students and practitioners. In Text book of medical and surgical gynaecology for the use of students and practitioners (pp. 290-291). Kingston, Ont.: S.n.

Entered by: Katherine Holder, 02/28/2021