Summary
A set of cannulae with associated trocars used in surgery to draw fluids from a body cavity. used in the surgery of a mental health hospital in Victoria, Australia circa 1900.
Physical Description
Set of three trocars and cannullae. Trocars are various sizes and have a sharp three-cornered point.
Significance
Example of surgical equipment used in Victorian mental health hospitals
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services, 12 Jul 1985
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Place & Date Used
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Inscriptions
Engraved on case: BRITISH MADE.
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Classification
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
10.7 cm (Length), 2.6 cm (Width)
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References
card with exhibit.
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Keywords
Psychiatric Hospitals, Surgical Apparatus & Instruments, Making History - Psych Services
