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Title

Uterine Sound

Description

Uterine sound, metal.

The uterine sound is a gynaecological instrument, still in use today, for determining the length and direction of the female cervical canal and uterus. The sound pictured here is metal and has small granulations for taking measurements.

Date

c. 1800-1900s

Identifier

2003/263

Physical Object Item Type Metadata

Physical Dimensions

Length: 25 cm

Materials

Metal

Uterine Sound

Physical Object Item Type Metadata

Physical Dimensions

Length: 25 cm

Materials

Metal

Files

Uterine Sound
Uterine Sound
Uterine Sound

Collection

Citation

Medical Supply Association Ltd.; 1895-1987; Healthcare manufacturer, “Uterine Sound,” Heritage, accessed May 18, 2024, https://heritage.rcpsg.ac.uk./items/show/146.