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Trepanation Instrument - 1

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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 - 1" [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.molloy.edu/nur_hagan/162