45 - Surgical Instruments - Trocars and Cannulas - Medical History Museum Guide to Records

Series 45 - Surgical Instruments - Trocars and Cannulas

Inventory Listing

MHM00148	Cannula: Glass
	Brief Description Glass cannula and rubber tubing History of Object Associated with jacketed flask, registration number 147. Is displayed attached to registration number 150. Materials and Finishes Glass and rubber. References Creator Not known Date range c. 1932 Quantity 1 item (60.0 x 1.0 cm) Formats Apparatus and/or Equipment Inventory Identifier MHM00148 Series 45
MHM01838	Trocar/canula: Spencer-Wells' improved ovariotomy trocar (2) Stamped in (.1): "MAYER & MELTZER".
	Brief Description Two Spencer-Wells improved ovariotomy trocar with hook fitting to secure the cyst. Item 1 has brass piping and plating. Items (.1) and (.2) on loan to the Royal Women's Hospital 22/5/2000. History of Object Parts 1 & 2 on loan to Royal Women's Hospital 22/5/00. Materials and Finishes Metal and brass. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 869, no. 3800. Creator Meyer, Dr. Felix Date range c. 1900 Quantity 2 items ([both] 10.8 x 27.1 x 4.2 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01838 Series 45
MHM01839	Trocar/canula: boxed set of 3 Ascites trocar Printed on box lining, "SAVARS/TRADE MARK".
	Brief Description Boxed set of 3, Ascites trocar, nos. 3, 5 and 8 gauge with black and synthetic grip handles, plus protective canulae. Black leatherette box with purple velvet lining by Savars. History of Object Donor is daughter of Association: G. Rothwell Adam. Materials and Finishes Metal, synthetic, wood, leatherette and velvet. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 964, no. 4208. Creator Wilkins, Mrs. G.A. Date range c. 1880 Quantity 1 item ([box] 2.9 x 16.3 x 7.4 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01839 Series 45
MHM01841	Trocar/canula: paracentesis trocar and canul with stopcock
	Brief Description Paracentesis trocar and canula with side branch outlet and stopcock. History of Object "Saracentese" is what cataloguer attempted to translate from label. Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 965. Creator Brewer, Mr. Harry Date range c. 1920 Quantity 1 item (3.2 x 14.8 x 1.15 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01841 Series 45
MHM01842	Trocar/canula: exploring trocar in turned ebony case (2)
	Brief Description Two exploring trocars in turned ebony "case" or body, with canula compartment. History of Object Materials and Finishes Ebony and metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 967, no. 1019. Creator Not known Date range c. 1880 Quantity 2 items ([both] 12.7 x Ø1.85 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01842 Series 45
MHM01843	Trocar/canula: exploring trocar in turned ivory case
	Brief Description Exploring trocar in turned ivory "case" or body, with canula compartment. History of Object Materials and Finishes Ivory and metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 967, no. 1019. Creator Not known Date range c. 1880 Quantity 1 item (13.7 x Ø1.3 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01843 Series 45
MHM01844	Trocar/canula: pocket set of 4 trocars with canulae in case
	Brief Description Pocket set of 4 trocars with canulae, in metal case with ebony drop-shaped handle. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal and ebony. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 968, no. 4228. Creator Not known Date range c. 1890 Quantity 1 item ([case] 1.5 x 14.4 x 2.6 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01844 Series 45
MHM01845	Trocar/canula: paracentesis thoracis trocar with canula (2)
	Brief Description Two paracentesis thoracis trocars with canulae and point-protector cap. Four-sided metal handle with grooves for girp. Size 3 and 13 gauge. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 969, no. 4230. Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 2 items (? 14.0 x Ø1.65 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01845 Series 45
MHM01846	Trocar/canula: paracentesis thoracis trocar, silver canula Stamped in (.2), "SILVER/RAMSAY/MELBOURNE/3", and in (.1) "SS".
	Brief Description Paracentesis thoracis trocar with silver canula. Four-sided metal handle with concave surface for grip. Size 3 gauge. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal and silver. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 969, no. 4230. Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 1 item (12.9 x Ø2.1 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01846 Series 45
MHM01847	Trocar/canula: pocket set of 4 trocars with canulae in case
	Brief Description Pocket set of 4 trocars with canulae, in metal case with metal drop-shaped handle. Pierced handle and cap. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 968, no. 4228. Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 1 item ([case] 1.35 x 12.5 x 2.65 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01847 Series 45
MHM01848	Trocar/canula: pocket set of 2 trocars with canulae in case
	Brief Description Pocket set of 2 trocars with canulae, in metal case with metal drop-shaped handle with grooved grip. Pierced handle and cap. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 968, no. 4228. Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 1 item ([case] 1.3 x 12.0 x 2.45 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01848 Series 45
MHM01852	Trocar/canula: Krause's trocar for the Antrum of Highmore (2) Stamped in (.3): "JETTER & SCH___"
	Brief Description Two Krause's trocar for the Antrum of Highmore. Consists of a tapering and curved stem with bulbous trocar blade at point. Canula has triangular handpiece. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 497, no. 2185. Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 2 items ([both] 2.55 x 15.6 x 2.8 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01852 Series 45
MHM01853	Trocar/canula: ?Krause's trocar with curved and flat stem Stamped in (.1) and (.2), "MAYER & MELTZER".
	Brief Description ?Krause's trocar featuring a curved and flat stem with trocar blades at point. 4-sided handle with concave surface, and canula with ovoid handpiece. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 1 item (1.8 x 15.7 x 2.7 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01853 Series 45
MHM01854	Trocar/canula: short, curved and slender trocar canula Stamped in "[logo of crown over $".
	Brief Description Short, curved and slender trocar with canula and eight-sided metal handle. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Creator Not known Date range c. 1890 Quantity 1 item (2.8 x 14.8 x 3.6 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01854 Series 45
MHM01855	Trocar/canula: Douglas Powell's paracentesis thoracis trocar
	Brief Description Douglas Powell's paracentesis thoracis trocar with side opening on canula. Trocar feeds through pierced handle. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 969, no. 4231. Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 1 item (2.0 x 20.4 x 3.6 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01855 Series 45
MHM01856	Trocar/canula: long and slender trocar, 4-sided handle (5) Stamped in (.1), "E & A.D.K KE", in (.6): "BRITISH MADE".
	Brief Description Five long and slender trocars; has 4-sided handle with concave surfaces. Only 2 canulae present. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 5 items ([all] 18.1 x Ø2.15 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01856 Series 45
MHM01857	Trocar/canula: ascites trocar with canula (3) Stamped in (.2), "DOWN BROS/LONDON/SILVER".
	Brief Description Three ascites trocars with canula. Items (.1) and (.3) have metal handles; item (.5) has an ebony handle. Size 4 gauge (thick). History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal and ebony. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 964, no. 4208. Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 3 items ([all] 15.6 x Ø2.6 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01857 Series 45
MHM01858	Trocar/canula: large and thick trocar with canula, 8-sided handle
	Brief Description Large thick trocar with canula and 8-sided handle. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 964. no. 4207 (?). Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 1 item (21.7 x Ø2.2 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01858 Series 45
MHM01859	Trocar/canula: paracentesis thoracis trocar with short blade (3) Stamped in (.3), "DOWN.LONDON".
	Brief Description Three paracentesis thoracis trocar with short blade, ebony handle and canula. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal and ebony. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 969, no. 4230. Creator Not known Date range c. 1880 Quantity 3 items ([all] 11.3 x Ø1.6 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01859 Series 45
MHM01860	Trocar/canula: long and narrow trocar with finger grip, wire-thin (2)
	Brief Description Two long and narrow trocars with canula, having a finger-grip rather than handle. Trocars are wire-thin. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 2 items (1.25 x 13.3 x 1.6 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01860 Series 45
MHM01861	Trocar/canula: short and thin trocar with finger grip (2) Stamped in (.4), "NICKEL" and "8/CM".
	Brief Description Two short and thin trocars with canula; has finger grip instead of handle. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances". Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 2 items (item 1: 10.4 x Ø0.95 cm; item 2: [not stated]) Inventory Identifier MHM01861 Series 45
MHM01862	Trocar/canula: long and narrow trocar with finger grip, pseudo canula
	Brief Description Long and narrow trocar with non-detaching piece and finger grips instead of handle. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 1 item (13.9 x Ø1.0 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01862 Series 45
MHM01863	Trocar/canula: empyema trocar of average gauge, bulbous handle
	Brief Description ?Empyema trocar, average gauge with bulbous metal handle; and canula. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1200, no. 317/8. Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 1 item (17.2 x Ø2.5 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01863 Series 45
MHM01864	Trocar/canula: ascites trocar marked 40 gauge (non-English) Stamped in "ARNCO/GERMANY" and "40".
	Brief Description Ascites trocar with 8-sided handle and canula. Marked 40 guage (not English gauge). History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 964, no. 4208. Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 1 item (16.4 x Ø2.8 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01864 Series 45
MHM01865	Trocar/canula: long and fine trocar with ebony handle, silver canula Stamped in canula, "MATTEWS/SILVER".
	Brief Description Long and fine trocar with ebony handle and silver canula. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal, ebony and silver. References Creator Not known Date range c. 1880 Quantity 1 item (16.6 x Ø1.2 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01865 Series 45
MHM01866	Trocar/canula: ascites trocar with 8-sided handle, no canula
	Brief Description Ascites trocar with 8-sided handle; missing canula. History of Object Materials and Finishes ?Aluminium. References Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 964. Creator Not known Date range 1970? Quantity 1 item (13.8 x Ø2.7 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01866 Series 45
MHM01867	Trocar/canula: assorted parts associated with different trocars
	Brief Description Assorted parts associated with different trocars. Includes curved trocar blade, needle trocar, 3 canula, and fenestrated, curved canula minus handle. History of Object Materials and Finishes Metal. References Creator Not known Date range c. 1900 Quantity 6 items ([largest]: 1.4 x 16.0 x 2.65 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM01867 Series 45
MHM02225	Canula: assortment of short and long canulae (lumbar puncture needles?)
	Brief Description Assortment of long and short lumbar puncture needles, with stylettes and attached stopcocks. History of Object Came in plain metal medical tin with label, "A.P. Needles". Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Allen & Hanburys Ltd, 1938, "Surgical Instruments, Appliances and Hospital Equipment." London. p. 1229, no. 6897-98. Creator Not known Date range c. 1950 Quantity 5 items? ([number not stated; largest item] 12.5 x 2.8 x 1.0 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM02225 Series 45
MHM03364	Trocar: "Dr. Southey's Drainage Trocar" with product box On box, "14-/60/-/Carsberg" and "Dr. Southey's Drainage Trocar".
	Brief Description "Dr. Southey's Drainage Trocar" set, comprising metal trocar with cap, detachable side screw, silver perforated tubes and plate, held in maroon cardboard product box. History of Object This trocar was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its museum collection of documents and artefacts to the University of Melbourne in 1994. Materials and Finishes Metal, silver and cardboard. References Creator Not known Date range 1940? - 1959? Quantity 1 item (2.8 x 11.6 x 5.3 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM03364 Series 45
MHM04108	Trocar/canula: metal trocar and canula in conical metal case
	Brief Description Metal trocar and canula in long conical case, tapering to a point at trocar end and flaring out to a flattened circular knob at other end, holding canula. Part of metal stem attached to trocar acts as a handle. History of Object This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994. Materials and Finishes Metal. References Creator Australian Medical Association (Victoria Branch) Date range c. 1900 - c. 1910 Quantity 1 item (11.8 x Ø1.1 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM04108 Series 45
MHM04109	Trocar/canula: metal trocar and canula in conical metal case
	Brief Description Metal trocar and canula in long conical metal case, tapering to a point at trocar end and flaring out to a flattened circular knob at other end, holding canula. Part of metal stem attached to trocar acts as handle. History of Object This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994. Materials and Finishes Metal. References Creator Australian Medical Association (Victoria Branch) Date range c. 1900 - c. 1905 Quantity 1 item (11.8 x Ø1.1 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM04109 Series 45
MHM04110	Trocar/canula: metal trocar and canula in ivory case/handle
	Brief Description Metal trocar and canula in long conical ivory case, tapering to a point at trocar end and flaring out to bulb at the other end, holding canula. Part of ivory stem attached to trocar acts as handle. History of Object This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994. Materials and Finishes Ivory and metal. References Creator Australian Medical Association (Victoria Branch) Date range c. 1800 - 1900? Quantity 1 item (12.2 x Ø1.2 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM04110 Series 45
MHM04111	Trocar/canula: metal trocar and canula in ivory case/handle On case: "2".
	Brief Description Metal trocar and canula in long conical ivory case, tapering to point at trocar end and flaring out to a bulb at the other end, holding canula. Part of ivory stem attached to trocar acts as a handle. History of Object This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994. Materials and Finishes Ivory and metal. References Creator Australian Medical Association (Victoria Branch) Date range c. 1800 - 1900? Quantity 1 item (10.9 x Ø0.9 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM04111 Series 45
MHM04112	Trocar/canula: metal trocar and canula in ivory case/handle
	Brief Description Metal trocar and canula in long conical ivory case, tapering to a point at trocar end and flaring out to a bulb at the other end, holding canula. Part of ivory stem attached to trocar acts as a handle. History of Object This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994. Materials and Finishes Ivory and metal. References Creator Australian Medical Association (Victoria Branch) Date range c. 1800 - 1900? Quantity 1 item (11.9 x Ø1.1 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM04112 Series 45
MHM04113	Trocar/canula: set of trocars and canulae in metal case with handle (set of 4)
	Brief Description Set of four trocars with canulae in metal case with handle attachment. History of Object This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994. Materials and Finishes Metal. References Creator Australian Medical Association (Victoria Branch) Date range c. 1900 - c. 1910 Quantity 1 item (12.0 x 2.4 x 1.3 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM04113 Series 45
MHM04114	Trocar/canula: set of trocars and canulae in metal case with handle (set of 4)
	Brief Description Set of four trocars with canulae in metal case with handle attachment. History of Object This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994. Materials and Finishes Metal. References Creator Australian Medical Association (Victoria Branch) Date range c. 1900 - 1910? Quantity 1 item (12.8 x 2.5 x 1.2 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM04114 Series 45
MHM04426	Trocar: set of four trocars Around top of case, symbol and: "Piener Stainless".
	Brief Description Set of four interlocking trocars in round metal screw case which serves as a handle for the trocar. History of Object From Harold Attwood's collection. Materials and Finishes Metal. References Catalogue: Allen and Hanburys [not dated]. "Surgical Instruments..." p.141, 16920. Creator Attwood, Alan Date range c. 1950 - c. 1960 Quantity 1 item ([case]: 12.8 x 2.5 x 1.0 cm) Inventory Identifier MHM04426 Series 45

Published by the Centre for the Study of Health and Society, December 2004
Listed by Ann Brothers, Kate Naughton and Louise Murray
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