F.T. Hill : Artifact : Category 5: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology➔Medical & Psychological T&E➔Medical Instruments➔Instrument, Surgical➔Forceps [76-22-1-L]

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Category 5: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology➔Medical & Psychological T&E➔Medical Instruments➔Instrument, Surgical➔Forceps

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Accession Number:

76-22-1-L

Date

circa 1914

Description

Nasal polyp Forceps. These were used in Nasal polypectomy. Which is a surgical procedure in which polyps*are removed from within the nasal passage.

*A polyp is a fleshy growth on the inner lining of the nasal cavity. If large enough they can block sinus, smelling and even breathing.