Lithotomy instrument set, London, England, 1810-1850
- maker:
- Savigny and Company
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LicenseLithotomy set, complete, in mahogany case, by Savigny and Co
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Lithotomy set, complete, in mahogany case, by Savigny and Co
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
Lithotomy set, complete, in mahogany case, by Savigny and Co. of London, 1810 to 1850
All the necessary equipment to carry out lithotomy surgery – in which stones (hard masses) are cut from the bladder – is contained in this set. The kit contains six staffs used to cut stones, four uterine sounds for exploring internal cavities, a scoop to remove stones, forceps, two gorgets and three bistouries (which are cutting instruments), and four scalpels. made by Savigny and Co, some of the instruments have textured handles to improve grip. These are made from ebony, a hard wearing wood.
Details
- Category:
- Surgery
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A610576
- Measurements:
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case: 60 mm x 468 mm x 260 mm, 4.37 kg
case open: 294 mm x 468 mm x 289 mm, 4.37 kg
- type:
- lithotomy instrument set
