Record

Reference NumberMIMM/2009-1/172
TitleVulsellum Forceps
Date1925-1975
DescriptionThis item is a Vulsellum Forceps, also known as a Tenaculum forceps, which is a medical instrument still used in gynaecology and obstetrics. It consists of a pair of screwed single-toothed jaws, secured by a ratchet mechanism locking between the finger rings. It is made of plated metal, which presents some corrosion. Towards the screw-joint, a circled 'F' and 'Chrome-Plate' are engraved.
Extent1 item
Dimensions260mm x 90mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameForceps
TermGeneral Surgery -- Instrumentation
Obstetrics -- instrumentation
Gynaecology -- instrumentation
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/5768Murnane; John I. (1888-1969); Physician1888-1969
DS/UK/5769Murnane; Irene Alice (1903-2006); Locum Doctor1903-2006
DS/UK/2271Sexton; William Henry (1894-1961); physician1894-1961
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