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Object numberGC.171
DescriptionSkin. Medial half of a right hand showing hypertrophic tuberculosis of the
From an adult.
The middle finger and its metacarpal bone have been divided sagittally. The dorsum of the hand is covered with a hypertrophic, warty, growth, which extends to the root of the ring and the dorsal aspect of the proximal phalanx of the middle finger. Microscopic examination shows the affection to be tuberculous with secondary septic infection.
Production periodNineteenth century, early
Object nameSKIN, hand
Object categoryAnatomical, specimen
Dimensions
- Jar Height: 23 cm
Width: 11 cm