Summary
Two-part inflatable penile implant prosthesis. Made by Surgitek Corporation, USA in 1991. Distributed by Zimmer Australia, Frenchs Forest, NSW.
The implant consists of a reservoir and pump that are placed in the scrotum whilst a pair of cylinders are inserted into the corpora cavernosa.
Physical Description
Two-part inflatable penile prosthesis consisting of a reservoir and pump and a pair of cylinders.
Significance
Example of contemporary medical prosthetics used in Victoria, Australia.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Zimmer Australia Pty Ltd, by Jan 1992
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Manufacturer
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Distributor
Zimmer Australia Pty Ltd, Unit 1, 1 Skyline Place, Frenchs Forest, New South Wales, Australia
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Overall Dimensions
31 mm (Width), 204 mm (Depth), 146 mm (Height)
Measurement taken as prosthesis would fit inside body.
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Overall Dimensions
20 cm (Length), 7.5 cm (Width), 2 cm (Height)
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Exhibition Collection Management
200 mm (Length), 75 mm (Width), 20 mm (Height)
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