Record

Reference NumberMIMM/2009-1/159
TitleThudicum's Nasal Speculum
Date1925-1975
DescriptionThis is a Thudicum nasal speculum, a specialised surgical instrument used for examining and treatiting conditions in nasal passages.
It features two flanges that widen to open up the nasal cavity. It was designed by German-born physician Dr J. L. Thudichum.
Extent1 item
Dimensions155mm x 10mm x 20mm
Digital CollectionsView online in our digital collections
Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameSpeculum
TermSpeculum
Otorhinolaryngologic Surgical Procedures
Physical Examination
Nasal Surgical Procedures
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/5682Thudichum; Johann Ludwig (1829-1901); Physician and biochemist1829-1901
DS/UK/5768Murnane; John I. (1888-1969); Physician1888-1969
DS/UK/5769Murnane; Irene Alice (1903-2006); Locum Doctor1903-2006
DS/UK/2271Sexton; William Henry (1894-1961); physician1894-1961
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