Colonoscopy snare

Object number@IJH
TitleColonoscopy snare
DescriptionColonoscopy snare, the first one designed and used in Edinburgh.
Used to remove polyps, usually smaller than 5mm. The snare is placed around the polyp tissue and then cuts it off- usually known as a cold snare.
Production date c. 1990-01-01
Object nameColonoscopy snare
Object categoryMedical Equipment
MaterialWire
Dimensions
- Length: 38 cm
Widest Point Width: 9 cm