Summary
Stainless Steel Trephine, made circa 1920. This surgical instrument was used during brain surgery to cut holes in the patient's skull. It was used in a mental health hospital in Victoria, Australia.
Physical Description
Metal crown with serrated edge, adjustable lever held by two screws with handle missing. Vertical, rather than sloping sides.
Significance
Example of surgical equipment used in mental health hospitals in Victoria Australia
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services, May 1985
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Place & Date Used
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Overall Dimensions
5 cm (Length), 5.5 cm (Height)
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References
oral history.
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Keywords
Hospitals, Psychiatric Services, Making History - Psych Services
