Chain ecraseur

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17322016

Description

Title
Chain ecraseur
Creator
Mashied a Paris
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Contributor
Bernard Kosto, M.D.
Yale University. School of Medicine.
Description
A metal chain ecraseur with a wooden handle—this was used for the removal of uterine and ovarian tumors. The ecraseur has a screw operated tightening mechanism than can shorten a looped wire, thereby strangulating soft tissue.
Extent
44.5 cm. x 14 cm. x 2.5 cm.
Language
No linguistic content; Not applicable

Collection Information

Repository
Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library
Collection Title
Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume
Box 049

Subjects, Formats, And Genres

Format
still image
Genre
Tools and Equipment
Material
Metal, Wood
Subject (Name)
Bernard Kosto, M.D.
Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic)
Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments

Access And Usage Rights

Access
Public
Rights
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Identifiers

Object ID (OID)
17322016

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