Reference NumberMIMM/2018-5-1
TitleOesophageal Probang
Date1875-1925
DescriptionThis is an Oesophageal Probang. It features a long, spiral metal stem that ends on one side with a blunt metal tip, encapsulating white horsehair. The other end has a finger ring, which is detachable thanks to a screw-in bolt. The instrument shows signs of wear and tear.

By pulling the finger ring, the internal metal rod pulls the horsehair and can rotate it, creating a web-like structure to trap and remove foreign objects from the throat.
Extent1 item
Dimensions390mm x 30mm x 10mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameProbang
TermGastroenterology
Foreign Bodies
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/1769Irish College of General Practitioners; 1984-1984-
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