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261002

Trepanning Set

Production date
1840-1860
Production place
Newcastle upon Tyne
Production organisations
John Brown & Sons
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Trepanning means to drill a hole into the skull, and it is a medical technique used for lots of reasons. Historians have associated ancient trepanning practices with releasing evil spirits. However, the technique has also been used for thousands of years to release pressure on the skull for medical reasons. Drilling is still used in modern surgery to treat bleeding on the brain.
By Lilli, Swarthmore Education Centre

Part 261002.1

Classification:
2610: Sets
Object Name:
case
Location:
On Display
Description
Case for trepanning set

Part 261002.2

Classification:
2610: Sets
Object Name:
trephine
Location:
On Display
Description
Trephine with 'T' handle and two shafts

Part 261002.3

Classification:
2610: Sets
Object Name:
forceps
Location:
On Display
Description
Skull forceps

Part 261002.4

Classification:
2610: Sets
Object Name:
saw
Location:
On Display
Description
Hey's skull saw
Inscription
JOHN BROWN

Part 261002.5

Classification:
2610: Sets
Object Name:
elevator
Location:
On Display
Description
Elevator
Inscription
BROWN