Hirschman anoscope consists of an anoscope (a) composed of a short length of hollow cylindrical tubing attached to a handle; and an obturator (b) that fits into the cylindrical tubing of the anoscope; the obturator consists of a solid cylindrical metal bar with a solid cylindrical tip end and a han…
Hirschman anoscope consists of an anoscope (a) composed of a short length of hollow cylindrical tubing attached to a handle; and an obturator (b) that fits into the cylindrical tubing of the anoscope; the obturator consists of a solid cylindrical metal bar with a solid cylindrical tip end and a handle.
Number Of Parts
2
Part Names
a - anascope - Size: Length 17.0 cm x Width 8.9 cm x Depth 5.8 cm
b - obturator - Size: Length 14.0 cm x Diam. 3.5 cm
Imprinted on anoscope:"MADE BY // BOEHM // ROCHESTER N.Y."
Permanent Location
Storage Room 0010
0010-E8-8
Condition Remarks
Like new
Copy Type
Original
Reference Types
Internet
Book
Reference Comments
"Illustrated Catalog of a Complete Line of Standard Surgical Instruments," Codman & Shurtleff Inc., c. 1920, p. 305 (similar to item #9605); "A Comprehensive Guide to Purchasing: Hospital -- Professional Instruments -- Equipment -- Supplies," by V. Mueller & Co., 1956, p. 482 (similar to item #SU-10-12); online medical dictionary Web site
Research Facts
An anoscope is an instrument used for visualization of the anus and lowest portion of the rectum for identification of abnormalities such as hemorrhoids, inflammation, or tumors.