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Stethoscope
1850, Medical device
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Stethoscope
Stethoscope
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Item no
21489
Title
Stethoscope
Description
A view of a stethoscope. The device has two ear pieces which are attached vis a hollow tube to a bell or disc.
Date
1850
Type
Medical device
Location
The People's Story
Accession number
SH2008.160
A stethoscope is a medical device that enables the user to listen to a patient's heart and breathing. The stethoscope operates on a transmission of sound from the chest piece to via tubes to the listener's ears.
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