Surgical equipment for the extraction of a cataract
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Surgical equipment for the extraction of a cataract
Surgical equipment for the extraction of a cataract.. Surgical equipment for the extraction of the cataract and for the Fistula Lachrymalis: minute steel tenaculum, Clines instrument, scissors, anels syringe and pipes, Wathens tubes, lancet, Gibsons knife and tube. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by J. Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary, London, 1812
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This copperplate engraving, created by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by J. Farey, offers a fascinating glimpse into the medical practices of the early 19th century. The image showcases an array of surgical equipment used during a cataract extraction procedure and for treating a lacrimal fistula, a condition characterized by the blockage or injury of the tear duct. At the center of the composition, a surgeon's hand holds a minute steel tenaculum, a fine instrument designed to grasp and manipulate small structures. Nearby, a Clines instrument, a curved forcep, is poised for use. Sharp scissors and anels syringe and pipes are also visible, ready to be employed during the operation. To the right, Wathens tubes, small tubes used for irrigation or drainage, are arranged alongside a lancet, a sharp, pointed surgical instrument used for making small incisions, and a Gibson's knife and tube, used for making precise cuts. The equipment is meticulously rendered, each tool purposefully placed, reflecting the precision and care required during such procedures. This engraving, originally published in Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences, and Literature in 1812, offers a unique perspective into the medical practices of the time. It serves as a testament to the advancements in medical technology during the early 19th century and the dedication of medical professionals to the art and science of healing.
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