Lithotrite, 1835-1885

Lithotrite, 1835-1885

John Weiss and Son

Urology

Urinary bladder calculi

Steel

Urethra

Steel lithotrite with T-shaped push handle, used in urology to crush bladder stones. Lithotrite has long steel shaft with pincer-like curved claw on end that opens and closes. T-shaped handle winds up and down base of lithotrite.

John Weiss and Son

1835-1885, between

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Warren Anatomical Museum: 21423

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1 lithotrite

Medical Equipment

physical object

Warren Anatomical Museum Catalog Number: 21423

This lithotrite was created by the firm of John Weiss and Son in London, England between 1835 and 1885. It was found in the collections of the Warren Anatomical Museum.

Lithotrite

8 W x 35 D x 2.5 H cm