Reference NumberMIMM/2025-5/45
TitlePunch Forceps
Date1925-1975
Creator NameVaast, medical instruments manufacturer and publisher, fl. early twentieth century
DescriptionMetal punch forceps consisting of jointed shafts ending in a circular punch tip. The upper jaw features a pin designed to hold tissue in place during biopsy procedures. Engraved with "Vaast à Paris."
Part of Dr Aboud’s collection.
Extent1 item
Dimensions185mm x 15mm x 20mm
Digital CollectionsView online in our digital collections
Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameForceps
TermGeneral Surgery -- Instrumentation
Biopsy -- Instrumentation
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/6303Aboud; Kibon Michel (1928-2021); Physician1928-2021
DS/UK/6345Vaast; fl. early twentieth century; medical instruments manufacturer and publisherfl. early twentieth century
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