Pyramidal Trocar

Dateca. 1950

Mediummetal

Dimensions7 1/2 × 1 1/2 × 1/2 in. (19.1 × 3.8 × 1.3 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Dr. A. H. Follingstad

Object numberPC1974.27.36

DescriptionThis object is a medium-length stainless steel pyramid-tipped trocar with a retractable puncturing arm. A textured thumb screw is located at the base to provide access to the interior of the object and to lock the puncturing arm in place. An angled lateral attachment valve is located near the base that can serve as a guidewire once the puncturing arm is removed. Little to no corrosion visible.

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