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Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)
Peaslee pessaries associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Peaslee pessaries associated with Dr Frank Forster...Peaslee pessaries associated with Dr Frank Forster Two ...Stem pessaries were instruments used for rectifying uterine displacement, either ante or retroversion. The pessary consisted of a stem and bulb or ball. The stem was introduced into the vagina, and the bulb rested against the cervix/uteri. An external wire frame could be attached to the bulb. The wire frame would be positioned to press on the pubis, thus keeping the pessary in position in utero. Although this pessary has been recorded as Peaslee's it is very similar in appearance to Thomas's galvanic stem pessaries. Stem pessaries were used in rectifying uterine displacement, either acute or retroversion. A pink tag was attached by string to one of the stems inscribed "Peaslee's/ Uterine/ Stem " "...?TID" on other side.Two Peaslee's intrauterine stem pessaries. Copper single stem pessaries with rounded top, stamped with the number seven on the top.intrauterine device, pessary -
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)
Uterine stem pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Uterine stem pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster...Uterine stem pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster ...The pessary was originally regarded as an instrument and made from cork, ivory, hard rubber or gum-elastic. In later times, they were made from black vulcanite, flexible tin, soft copper wire covered with Indian rubber, and celluloid. The form of the pessary was and still is variable -either round, oval, or moulded in some cases combining three or four curves depending on the size of the pessary. In ancient times, medicated pessaries were made from emollient. astringent and aperient. Several of these are still used, but in more modem times are called vaginal suppositories. Anal suppositories are still used to suppress the pain of haemorrhoids.Moulded black vulcanite pessary. Pessary is irregular in shape, and in the "eyeglass" stem style.pessary, intrauterine device -
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Zwanke stem pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Zwanke stem pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster...Zwanke stem pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster ...The wings of the pessary are controlled by two small hinges and the screw at the base of the metal stem. These wings can be opened or closed by turning the screw clockwise or anticlockwise.Zwanke's intrauterine stem pessary. Consists of two black vulcanite wings, a stem, and a screw. Each wing has a 2cm hole in it. Wings are divided by two small metal screws and at the base of each wing are three metal studs. Stem is made up of three curved metal prongs. Screw is made of bone.intrauterine device, pessary -
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Galabin's Anteversion cradle pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster, c. 1870 to 1930
... Frank Forster... Frank Forster Black vulcanite pessary. Seen vertically ...Black vulcanite pessary. Seen vertically the object resembles a horseshoe. The front section of the cradle is much thicker than the moulded curve of the pessary. Label, typed "GALABIN'S ANTEVERSION PESSARY" and tag with string "Galabin's ante/version/ pessary".intrauterine device, pessary -
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Hodges-style pessary with cross bars, associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Frank Forster... Frank Forster Hodges-style intrauterine pessary with three cross ...Both uterine and anal pessaries were in use from the early part of the 1900s. This particular type of pessary was in general use from the 1960s to the mid 1970s.Hodges-style intrauterine pessary with three cross bars.intrauterine device -
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Godson modification of Zwanke's stem pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster, Arnold & Sons, early 20th century
... with Dr Frank Forster... with Dr Frank Forster Black vulcanite pessary with metal stem ...Godson modified the Zwanke pessary by adding a spring catch to the metal stem.Black vulcanite pessary with metal stem and hinged wings. This design is similar to a Zwanke's pessary. There are three small hinges in the middle of the wings and a metal stud. On the back of the left wing is the number "3 registered no. 5798". Maker's name 'Arnold and Sons' is inscribed on the flattened section of the flat blade.intrauterine device, pessary -
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Hasting's cup pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Hasting's cup pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster...Hasting's cup pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster ...This device was used for the treatment of procidentia (severe utero-vaginal prolapse). Cotton tape would be attached via the holes at the distal end of the instrument and tied around the waist to hold the pessary in position. The usually enlarged cervix would sit in the inserted cup. The vagina and the uterus were returned to the anatomically correct position. The instrument would be removed for cleaning approximately every three months. Women deemed to be a severe surgical risk were the beneficiaries of this treatment.Black vulcanite pessary. Consists of an oval cup attached to a stem. The stem is slightly curved and ends in a bulb. There are three small holes inside a small depression at the base of the cup, and two holes on each side of the bulb of the stem.intrauterine device, pessary -
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)
Hasting's cup pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Hasting's cup pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster...Hasting's cup pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster ...This device was used for the treatment of procidentia (severe utero-vaginal prolapse). Cotton tape would be attached via the holes at the distal end of the instrument and tied around the waist to hold the pessary in position.The usually enlarged cervix would sit in the inserted cup. The vagina and the uterus were returned to the anatomically correct position. The instrument would be removed for cleaning approximately every three months. Women deemed to be a severe surgical risk were the beneficiaries of this treatment.Black vulcanite pessary. Consists of an oval cup attached to a stem. The stem is slightly curved and ends in a bulb. There are four holes at base of cup, and similarly on the bulb of the stem. intrauterine device, pessary -
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Hewitt's cradle pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster, c. 1870 to 1930
... Hewitt's cradle pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster...Hewitt's cradle pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster ...The pessary was first made of hard rubber then later from vulcanite. A major manufacturer was Allen & Hanburys, London. They were made in six sizes. The pessary was used to support the uterus in cases of prolapse of the uterus or assisted the conditions of relaxation of the vagina and reduction of vaginal hernia. The designer of this pessary was William Morse Graily Hewitt (1828-1893), a British gynaecologist, obstetrician and physician. Vulcanite pessary. The pessary is loosely 'v' shaped, with a thicker section at top and two 'wings'.pessary, intrauterine device -
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Wishbone pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Wishbone pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster...Wishbone pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster Wishbone ...This pessary was often used for a condition called retroflexion of the uterus. Similar in style to Chamber's stem pessary.Wishbone style pessary, consisting of two white metal arms attached to a ring. The arms are slightly curved, like tweezers, and end in small, spoon-like prongs. intrauterine device, pessary -
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Wishbone pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Wishbone pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster...Wishbone pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster Wishbone ...This pessary was often used for a condition called retroflexion of the uterus. Similar in style to Chamber's stem pessary.Wishbone style pessary, consisting of two white metal arms attached to a ring. The arms are slightly curved, like tweezers, and end in small, spoon-like prongs. intrauterine device, pessary -
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Two Albert Smith pessaries associated with Dr Frank Forster, c.1899 to 1930
... Two Albert Smith pessaries associated with Dr Frank Forster...Two Albert Smith pessaries associated with Dr Frank Forster ...“Albert Smith’s Retroversion Pessary consists of two lateral sigmoids, united at each end by bows, one wide and rounding, the other short and more sharply curved. Smith’s form narrows from above (proximally) downwards (distally) as do the vaginal walls. This pattern was produced in a great variety of sizes.” - 1899 Truax. (The Tizzano Museum)Curved pessaries made of black vulcanite. Pessary is curved at both ends with a narrower 'neck' in the middle.pessary, intrauterine device -
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Greenhalgh stem pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Greenhalgh stem pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster...Greenhalgh stem pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster ...This ellipse shaped pessary, worn anteriorly, prevented dragging on the posterior wall of the bladder, thus preventing incontinence of urine often experienced by the wearing of a larger pessary.Vulcanite pessary. Pessary consists of a loosely tear shaped flange and a stem. Upper part of pessary is enclosed, with a keyhole opening for the stem. Upper part of body tapers to a stem. Lower part of body has been cut away, leaving a heart shaped opening. The stem is attached to the body through the keyhole opening. There are multiple perforations along the stem. intrauterine device, pessary -
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Thomas retroflexion pessaries associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Thomas retroflexion pessaries associated with Dr Frank...Thomas retroflexion pessaries associated with Dr Frank ...Thomas’ Retroflexion Pessary is narrower in proportion to its length, while the greater bow is enlarged to a bulb-like form. It enjoyed great popularity and as such was manufactured in a great variety of sizes. Comprised of hard rubber because of its lightness and the high polish that may be given it. The shape can be adjusted by covering the device in petrolatum and heating it with a spirit lamp or immersing it in boiling water. Manufactured in three sizes, and could be combined with a cup and stem external support. See Allen & Hanburys Gynaecological instruments catalogue, page 707.Two moulded black pessaries, Thomas retroflexion type. Made of black vulcanite. Narrower at one end.pessary, intrauterine device -
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Gellhorn pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Gellhorn pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster...Gellhorn pessary associated with Dr Frank Forster Black ...This is the 'old' style of Gelhorn pessary, which is similar in appearance to the Matthews-Duncan disc and stem and the Simpson's shelf gutta-percha. "This type of pessary was used in cases of complete procidenture... thus preventing dragging on the posterior wall of the bladder and the associated incontinence of which most patients complained. When wearing a large pessary with a small pessary, the uterus often came down beside the pessary." (Dr. A.J.Helm-Montigue, Down Bros Ltd. Surgical Instruments and Appliances, p. 1038.Black vulcanite pessary . Consists of a rigid short think stem with bulb at the distal end, and a solid flange at the proximal end.intrauterine device, pessary -
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Uterine dilator associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Uterine dilator associated with Dr Frank Forster... associated with Dr Frank Forster ...Uterine dilator, with a measurement dial and screw. The screw is at the top of handle and is used to activate the dilator. There is a number inscribed on the handle. There is a small metal attachment below the dial at an approximately 45 degree angle. The attachment has a flange, and in a fixture for fitting rubber tubing and a douche to the dilator. -
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Infant enema syringe associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Infant enema syringe associated with Dr Frank Forster... associated with Dr Frank Forster ...Enema syringe for infants. Consists of red rubber bulb attached to a white bone flange attachment. -
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Plaster figurine of Virgin Mary collected by Dr Frank Forster, c1974?
... Plaster figurine of Virgin Mary collected by Dr Frank... 'Mother Goddess'. Inscribed underneath in Frank Forster's hand ...Replica figurine. Muttergottheit, loosely translated, means 'Mother Goddess'. Inscribed underneath in Frank Forster's hand.Early Christian style figurine depicting Muttergottes (Virgin Mary - German) figure wearing toga and veil, holding a swaddled infant. Plaster with ochre over-painting, most likely modern replica. Sticker attached to base is printed with German text that reads 'Muttergottheit/Trier, Altbachtal/2. Jh. n. Chr.' The numbers '1974' and '0216' have been handwritten on the base of the figurine. -
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Louros type figurine collected by Dr Frank Forster, c. 1978
... Louros type figurine collected by Dr Frank Forster... 'FF'. Louros type figurine collected by Dr Frank Forster ...This statue is a Louros type statuette, known from the Louros cemetery of Naxos, Greece. The figure is standing and has some plastic features. There are no facial features and no arms, just stumps at the shoulders. Such figurines are found in ancient graves. This is most likely a replica of an antique figurine originating at Naxos cemetery, Greece. Cycladic figurine depicting a feminine figure on carved pedestal. A wire necklace with medallion is attached, and inscribed YNNE-TAN with laurel wreath. Handwritten inscription in ink on base (see inscription). Sticker attached to base carries handwiring which reads 'FF'.Louros type figurine 2800-2300 B.C. Nat. Arch. Museum Athens 1978 -
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Instrument - Vulval douche associated with Dr Frank Forster
... Vulval douche associated with Dr Frank Forster... associated with Dr Frank Forster ...Bakelite douche, consisting of three sections and two caps. Can be disassembled for cleaning. -
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'Atomist' atomiser associated with Dr Frank Forster
... 'Atomist' atomiser associated with Dr Frank Forster... with Dr Frank Forster ...The all purpose 'Atomist' atomiser was used from the 1930s to the late 1960s. The atomiser had a detachable nasal mount, and a rubber bulb which was attached to a length of tubing. It also had an adjustable spray tip. It could be used as an anaesthetic cocaine or other spray. In the 1950s it was in extensive use as a laryngeal, nasal and throat spray. The spray nozzle could be turned upwards or downwards and was similar in appearance to the De Villiers Canadian spray. The atomiser could also be used as a vaginal douche with lotion for the treatment of vaginal infections. An atomizer spray consisting of a glass container with a hollow metal tube at front and long black rubber tubing attached to a rubber bulb at the rear. Glass container has residue of white liquid in it. WARNIING: dried white powdery substance may be arsenic. Contained in sealed bag. Handle wearing nitrile gloves and ensure examination is in open area, not enclosed space. -
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Sepia photograph of Mrs Mary Livingstone (Howlett), Johnstone O'Shannessy & Co Ltd
... Frank Forster and he donated them to the museum collection... Ltd" Inscribed on verso, probably by Dr Frank Forster, reads... & Co Ltd" Inscribed on verso, probably by Dr Frank Forster ...Mary Livingstone Howlett (1840-1922) began practising as a country midwife in 1866 in the western district of Victoria. She qualified as a 'ladies monthly nurse' in 1887 and continued to practise as a nurse and midwife until 1920. She began her six months training at the Melbourne Lying-In Hospital. She was known by many as 'Auntie', and her career spanned more than 50 years. Mrs Howlett's midwifery box and contents were given to Dr Frank Forster and he donated them to the museum collection in 1993.Sepia photograph of Mrs Mary Howlett, midwife. Formal studio portrait, with studio stamp "Johnstone O'Shannessy & Co Ltd" Inscribed on verso, probably by Dr Frank Forster, reads "MRS MARY LIVINGSTONE/ HOWLETT".midwifery -
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Forceps, Barnes, c1862
... patterning. Possibly donated by Dr Frank Forster. Forceps type..., with cross-hatch patterning. Possibly donated by Dr Frank Forster ...Barnes forceps, with ebony handle inserts, with cross-hatch patterning. Possibly donated by Dr Frank Forster. Forceps type identified by Bryan Hibbard.Stamped on inner side of left blade near handle "W.SKIDMORE/ SHEFFIELD".forceps, barnes, obstetric delivery -
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Forceps, Neville-Barne's
... Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster.... collected by Dr Frank Forster. Forceps obstetric ...Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster.Forceps, Neville-Barne's with William Neville traction rod. Manufacturer of forceps unknown, "42"stamped on inner blade near lock, "42" stamped twice on traction rod.forceps, obstetric -
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Forceps, Anderson's
... Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster.... collected by Dr Frank Forster. Forceps obstetric ...Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster.Forceps, Anderson's with black ebony insert handles. Manufacturer's stamp "DICK/ GLASGOW' inner blade near handle.forceps, obstetric -
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Forceps, Murphy's
... Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster.... by Dr Frank Forster. Forceps obstetric ...Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster.Forceps, Murphy's with black ebony insert handles. Manufacturer's stamp "LAWREY' inner blade near handle.forceps, obstetric -
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Forceps, Denman's type
... Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster... arm. Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster Forceps obstetric ...Possibly collected by Dr Frank ForsterForceps, Denman type, with ebony handles. Stamped "Meyer & Meltzer London & Melbourne" "17" stamped also on inner arm.forceps, obstetric -
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Forceps, Davis's
... Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster... stamp. Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster Forceps obstetric ...Possibly collected by Dr Frank ForsterForceps, Davis's, with ebony handles. No manufacturer's stamp.forceps, obstetric -
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Forceps, Naegele's
... Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster... stamp. Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster Forceps obstetric ...Possibly collected by Dr Frank ForsterForceps, Naegele's, late modification. No manufacturer's stamp.forceps, obstetric -
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Forceps,Denman's type
... Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster.... Possibly collected by Dr Frank Forster Forceps obstetric ...Possibly collected by Dr Frank ForsterForceps, Denman's type, mahogany inserts in handle. Manufacturer's stamp, "Burgoyne Ac Burbidge" [London] on inner arm.forceps, obstetric