Reference NumberMIMM/1977-2-1
TitleLaënnec's Type Stethoscope
Date1800-1850
DescriptionThis item is a Laënnec's type stethoscope, composed of two tubes of wood, that can be separated into two parts by pulling apart from the central portion of the cylinder. Laënnec's type stethoscope was very popular and was used until the later part of the Nineteenth century.
Extent2 parts
Dimensions275mm x 53mm x 53mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameMonaural Stethoscope
TermEquipment and Supplies, Hospital
Diagnostic Equipment
Stethoscopes
Related RecordMIMM/1977-2-2
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/2083Laënnec; René-Théophile-Hyacinthe (1781-1826); physician and musician1781-1826
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