Why the study?
Does the application of chemicals to the olfactory nerves prevent acute anterior poliomyelitis?
Does the application of chemicals to the olfactory nerves prevent acute anterior poliomyelitis?
This historical review discusses the potential of applying chemicals to the olfactory nerves as a prophylactic measure against poliomyelitis.
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Historical review does not establish efficacy of olfactory chemical prophylaxis for poliomyelitis; leaves open the need for controlled trials.
Robert E. Ashley (1939) studied this question.
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