The linear extent of the wound was 14 inches, the distance between the two extremities being but four inches.

This large flap was thrown backward, like the lid of a box, the skull being denuded of its pericranium for the space of 2 1/2 by one inch in extent.

The anterior temporal artery was divided and bled profusely, and when admitted to the hospital the patient was extremely depressed by shock and hemorrhage.

A ligature was applied to the bleeding vessel, and after it had been gently but carefully cleansed the flap was replaced and held in place with gauze and collodion dressing.

A large compress soaked in warm olive oil was then placed over the scalp, covered with oiled silk and with a recurrent bandage.