Lithotomy forceps, 16th century

Object/Artifact

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Dr. Robert Greenspan's Medical History Museum

Name/Title

Lithotomy forceps, 16th century

Description

These very early forceps surround a large bladder stone. Bladder stones were much more common prior to the nineteenth century than they are now, perhaps because of increased food and water impurities.

Made/Created

Time Period

16th Century

Dimensions

Width

6 in

Length

13 in

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Date Examined

Jul 11, 2026

Created By

[email protected]

Create Date

July 11, 2026

Updated By

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Update Date

August 26, 2026