Sims-type hysterotome, Paris, France, 1867-1900

Made:: 1867-1900 in Paris

maker:: Collin et Compagnie

Sims hysterotome for amputating the cervix

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Sims hysterotome for amputating the cervix
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Sims hysterotome for amputating the cervix, with adjustable blade and snare, straight shank and distal controls and handle, by Collin, c. 1870, from the Charriere, Collin and Gentile Collection

The hysterotome or metrotome is used to amputate the cervix during a hysterectomy. This was a treatment for chronic inflammation and prolapse of the uterus. This type of hysterotome was invented by James Marion Sims (1813-1883), an American gynaecologist.

Details

Category:: Surgery

Collection:: Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection

Object Number:: A606221

Materials:: complete, steel (metal) and nickel plated

Measurements:: overall: 35 mm x 305 mm x 64 mm, 0.2104 kg

type:: hysterotome

credit:: Drouot

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