Treatment of infections to the hand.

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<p>Demonstrates advances in surgical techniques that have given good results, which have been still further improved by the simultaneous use of penicillin. All the operations are conducted in a simple manner with instruments, equipment and facilities readily available in ordinary practice. The film stresses the importance of conservative treatment. Not for the faint-hearted; shows removal of finger nail to treat infection amongst others in an 'out-patient' environment.</p>

Treatment of infections to the hand.

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