Thoracoscope

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Object numberED.CS.2004.1.4
TitleThoracoscope
CreatorStorz (Manufacturer)
DescriptionEarly Thoracoscope. Long thin metal rod, with blunt screw tip at one end and a thicker striated grip at the other end. Inscriptions on the grip read '10384 A' on one side, and 'Storz' on the other.
Thoracoscopes are used for a specific type of endoscopy - internal imaging technique. These devices can help when there is a need to visualize lungs, pleura or mediastinum.
Production placeGERMANY
Production date 1950 - 1970
Production periodTwentieth century, late
Object nameThoracoscope
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
MaterialSteel, stainless
Dimensions
- Length: 54.5 cm
Height: 0.5 cm
Depth: 0.5 cm