Sterility Collection

Songs of Innocence; Infant Joy, 1789 (relief etching tinted with w / c)
XND70211 Songs of Innocence; Infant Joy, 1789 (relief etching tinted with w/c) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 10.8x6.8 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Hammer toe surgery. Close-up of surgeons inserting a pin into the second toe of a patients foot to correct a condition called hammer toe

X-ray machine in foot surgery. Surgeons using a portable operating theatre X-ray machine to check the position of pins that have been inserted into a patients foot bones during surgery

Cavus foot surgery, ankle tendons
Cavus foot surgery. Close-up of surgeons cutting the ankles peroneus tendon before attaching it to another tendon. This is being done during cavus foot surgery

Cavus foot surgery, metatarsal pinning
Cavus foot surgery. Close-up of bone drilling equipment being used to drill a hole in a metatarsal bone in a patients foot in a case of cavus foot surgery

Toe joint replacement surgery. Close-up of surgeons using a bone saw during an operation to replace a joint in the second toe of a patients foot. For the joint replacement, see image C014/7787

Ankle surgery: dissecting out tissues C014 / 7781
Ankle surgery. Close-up of surgical tools being used to dissect tissue from a patients ankle. The tool at right is a bone saw, with retractors being used to keep the surgical incision open

Historical iron corrosion samples C016 / 2040
Historical iron corrosion samples. Series of glass tubes with 70-year-old samples of iron under different conditions, demonstrating the effect on corrosion. The years vary between 1907 and 1910

Clean room ventilation apparatus. Ventilation pipes being used to maintain and circulate clean air in a clean room facility

Blocked Fallopian tubes, X-ray
Blocked Fallopian tubes. Coloured X-ray of a womans reproductive system, with her uterus (green) and blocked Fallopian tubes (oviducts, yellow)

Gilbert Declat, French physician

PALICI
The PALICI, sons of Zeus and Thalia, whose oracle was consulted for matters of sterility and fertility

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"Exploring the Depths of Sterility: From Innocence to Surgical Precision" In William Blake's "Songs of Innocence; Infant Joy, 1789, " a delicate dance unfolds between purity and sterility. As we delve into the world of medical interventions, we witness how sterility becomes an essential element in ensuring successful outcomes. Hammer toe surgery, like a symphony conductor guiding each note, requires meticulous precision. The X-ray machine illuminates the foot's inner workings during surgery, revealing hidden complexities that demand sterile conditions for optimal healing. Cavus foot surgery takes us on a journey through ankle tendons where sterility safeguards against complications. Metatarsal pinning secures stability with surgical finesse while preserving cleanliness as paramount. Toe joint replacement surgery harmonizes innovation and hygiene as surgeons delicately restore mobility amidst sterile surroundings. Ankle surgery unveils the intricate process of dissecting tissues with unwavering attention to sterilization protocols - C014 / 7781 captures this precise choreography. Historical iron corrosion samples (C016 / 2040) remind us that even objects from bygone eras require preservation through sterility. Similarly, blocked fallopian tubes' X-rays (C016 / 6612) highlight how medical imaging techniques aid in diagnosing infertility issues while upholding stringent sanitary measures. Through these diverse vignettes, we glimpse into the realm where sterility intertwines with human existence - safeguarding health and enabling progress. Whether it be exploring innocence or performing complex surgeries, maintaining a pristine environment ensures our well-being remains at center stage.