Record

Reference NumberCSFH/9/44
TitleGlycerine Syringe
Date1925-1975
DescriptionThis is a glycerine syringe, composed of a glass barrel, a removable india rubber curved nozzle, a detachable vulcanite plunger with an india rubber stopper on one end, and a finger ring on the other. The plunger is loose due to usage and time. A glycerine syringe like this is used for enema purposes.
Extent1 item
Dimensions200 mm x 35 mm x 28 mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameSyringe
TermSyringes
Therapeutics
Injections
Glycerol
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/64Dublin; Cork Street Fever Hospital; 1801-19531801-1953
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