Summary
Obdurator from a Proctoscope used for rectal examinations during surgery in mental hospitals in Victoria, Australia, circa 1900-1950.
Some of the procedures would have been to inspect for haemorrhoids or rectal polyps.
Physical Description
Conical shape with soldered-on square-sided oval-shaped handle, slightly concave sides for fingers to grip.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services, May 1985
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Exhibition Collection Management
210 mm (Length), 50 mm (Width), 45 mm (Height)
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Overall Dimensions
5 cm (Length), 20.5 cm (Height)
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