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This 19th century amniotomy instrument
is beautifully made with a crosshatched ebony and carved ivory
handle. The body has a similar appearance to a normal uterine
sound. However, pressure on the thumb piece pushes a spring loaded
sharp pointed trocar 2 cm from the distal end. This instrument would
have been used to puncture the amniotic sac so as to induce labour. |
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