Nasal snare

Name/Title

Nasal snare

Description

This snare was made by Mayer & Meltzer for the removal of polyps. Below is an illustration of nasal packing for the treatment of nose bleeds, a problem recorded as far back as in the time of Hippocrates from "The Principles of Surgery" (1812) by John Bell

Made/Created

Time Period

19th Century

Dimensions

Height

8 in

Width

5 in

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good

Date Examined

Jul 11, 2026

Create Date

July 11, 2026

Update Date

August 26, 2026