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Date
c. 1832
Description
Trepanation Instrument (E-3) also known as a trephine. Trepanation is perhaps known as the oldest form of neurosurgery. This instrument was used to bore a round hole in the skull and take a bone sample. This instrument has two thumb screws which can regulate the depth.
Item Type
medical instrument
Material Type
metal
Date Uploaded
08.07.2017
Dimensions
6 x 1.5
Dimensions Notes
All measurements were taken in centimeters. Measurements are listed as “length by width by height” or “height by diameter” unless otherwise noted.
Recommended Citation
The Barbara H. Hagan School of Nursing: Historical Collection. (2017). "Trepanation Instrument" [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.molloy.edu/nur_hagan/163
