Reference NumberMIMM/2017-5/48
TitleVulsellum Forceps
Date1900-1949
DescriptionThis item is a vulsellum, also known as Tenaculum forcep, which is a medical instrument still used in gynaecology and obstetric.
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, that presents heavy corrosion.
Extent1 item
Dimensions245mm x 65mm x 7mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameObstetrical Forceps
TermObstetrical Forceps
Obstetrics -- instrumentation
Gynaecology -- Instrumentation
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/3741Brangan; Patrick (1904-1977); physician1904-1977
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