Sterilizing clip applicator

Made:: 1979-1981 in London

maker:: Rocket of London Limited

Sterilizing clip applicator, stainless steel

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Sterilizing clip applicator, stainless steel
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Sterilizing clip applicator, stainless steel, with fallopian clips, made by Rocket, London, 1979-1981

Sterilisation involves cutting or blocking the Fallopian tubes. These tubes transport the sperm or eggs. This stainless steel applicator is used to attach clips to the Fallopian tubes. This is done in conjunction with a laparoscope. It allows the surgeon to operate through a small incision. This relatively minor surgical procedure has become routine. Sterilisation can also be done chemically.

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Category:: Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception

Object Number:: 1981-1446

Materials:: stainless steel, rubber, clips, plastic and clips, metal

Measurements:: overall: 11 mm x 380 mm x 130 mm, .28kg

type:: sterilizing clip applicator

credit:: Rocket of London Limited

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