Record

Reference NumberCSFH/9/13
TitleBackhaus Towel Forceps
Date1925-1975
DescriptionThis is a towel forceps, a small, ratcheted, finger-ring instrument, which has two inwardly-curved pointed jaws, and a grip-lock mechanism. It is engraved with "Stainless" and the letter E. This forceps is a perforating clamp used for grasping tissue, securing towels or drapes, and holding or reducing small bone fractures.
Extent1 item
Dimensions140mm x 66mm x 9mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameClamp
TermGeneral Surgery -- Instrumentation
Forceps
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/64Dublin; Cork Street Fever Hospital; 1801-19531801-1953
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