Surgical instruments for use on the abdomen in cases of dropsy and hernia, and for supporting humpback. Etching by F. Sesone, 1749, after L. Heister.

  • Heister, Lorenz, 1683-1758.
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[1749]
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2830099i
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Figs. 1--4, instruments for piercing the abdominal wall in order to tap water in cases of dropsy. Fig. 5, a device for hump-back. Figs. 6-7 trusses for umbilical rupture. Figs. 8-11 instruments for surgery of hernia. Fig. 12 an umbilical hernia

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[Naples] : [J. Raymundus & D. Viventius for A. Cervone], [1749]

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1 print : etching, with engraving ; platemark 18.3 x 30.3 cm

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Lettering

Tom. III. Pag. 99. Tab XXIV. Fran. Sesone sculp.

Reference

Wellcome Collection 2830099i

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