Record

Reference NumberMIMM/2012-9/42
TitleThermo-flex Catgut Sutures
Date1925-1975
Creator NameDavis & Geck; 1901-; medical instrument maker
DescriptionCompletely sealed glass tube containing thermo-flex Catgut Sutures. The label states that they are Chromic, Medium Type C. They are non-boilable and measure around 54 inches, and are "Product 1445". Another label, while worn states that the date of manufacture is May 3 1943. Part of the Dr Diarmuid O'Driscoll Collection.
Extent1 item
Dimensions98mm x 12mm x 12mm
Digital CollectionsView online in our digital collections
Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameSutures
TermSurgical Fixation Devices
Surgical Equipment
Equipment and Supplies, Hospital
Surgical Procedures, Operative
Catgut
Sutures
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/3751Davis & Geck; 1901-; medical instrument maker1901-
DS/UK/2385O'Driscoll; Diarmuid Timothy (1918-2022); obstetrician1918-2022
Places
CodeSet
NA44United States of America
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