Staphylorrhaphy

Name/Title

Staphylorrhaphy

Description

This suture instrument was frequently used to repair cleft palates but surgeons also sutured vesiculo-vaginal fistulas with them. This is a rare ivory example. Enclosed is a description of its use along with a translation from French

Made/Created

Time Period

19th Century

Dimensions

Length

11 in

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good

Date Examined

Aug 12, 2026

Create Date

August 12, 2026

Update Date

August 30, 2026