Adam's periosteotomy saw

Adam's periosteotomy saw

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Adam's periosteotomy saw
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Adam's periosteotomy saw, for subcutaneous division of the neck of the thigh bone, c. 1890, by Walters

Details

Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A600837
Materials:
blade, steel and handle, ebony
Measurements:
length 280 mm
width 96 mm
cutting edge: length 43 mm
type:
amputation saws