This 19th century serrated curette is
documented as being used for the enucleation of myomas or the
removal of cancerous growths in the uterus. It was also used as a
'last resort' for the piecemeal removal of a foetus following
obstructed labour. (See reference to 'Embryotomy Spoon O-53' in the
the
Yale Medical Library). The instrument is in excellent condition.
The handle is made from cross-hatched ebony and the stem is marked
E. Hernstein.
