Oesophagoscope

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Object number@KBB
TitleOesophagoscope
CreatorGenito Urinary Manufacturing (Manufacturer)
DescriptionAn Oesophagoscope - Sircus Modification. It is an optical instrument for examing the inside of the oesophagus. Used in the diagnosis and treatment of foreign bodies in an attemp to save one from blindly pushing materials into the stomach.
Instrument made to specification of Dr W. Sircus. Description occurs in The Lancet, October 1959, p. 548.
Manufactered by Genito Urinary Manufacturing, London.
Production placeLondon
Production date accurate 1956
Production periodTwentieth century, mid
Object nameOesophagoscope - Sircus Modification
Object categoryMedical Equipment
Dimensions
- Length: 60 cm