Reference NumberREAD/69
TitleSims' Folding Uterine Sound
Date1875-1925
DescriptionSims folding uterine sound, consisting of a metal graduated shaft. It is foldable, with a sliding ring to secure its position. The shaft is graduated and features an angled, blunt tip on one end, and a curved, gripped, and rounded handle on the other.
Extent1 item
Dimensions150mm x 20mm x 20mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameUterine Sound
TermGynaecology -- Instrumentation
Physical Examination -- Instrumentation
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/3841Sims; James Marion (1813-1883); physician1813-1883
DS/UK/1977Thomas Read & Co; 1744-1997; Surgical instrument makers1744-1997
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