Embryotomy spoon

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Description

Title: Embryotomy spoon
Creator: Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841)
P. H. Schmidt
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Contributor: Bernard Kosto, M.D.
Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841)
Yale University. School of Medicine.
Description: A metal spoon with serrated edge and wood handle; engraved "PH Schmidt". Aid for removing obstructed fetus.London obstetrician David Daniel Davis (1777-1841) prescribed the careful use of these instruments only as a last resort. This spoon has a sharp, small, serrated edge and was probably used in combination with a crochet decapitator.
Extent: 28 cm. x 3 cm. x 2 cm.
Language: No linguistic content; Not applicable

Format: still image
Genre: Tools and Equipment
Material: Metal, Wood
Subject (Name): Bernard Kosto, M.D.
Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841)
Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic): Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments

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