Sphygmometer by Collin, circa 1900 C017 / 6939
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Sphygmometer by Collin, circa 1900 C017 / 6939
Sphygmometer made in France, around 1900 by Collin, a well known French instrument maker. Sphygmometers such as this one were used to demonstrate arterial blood pressure using an aneroid manometer which was placed vertically over the patients wrist (radial pulse). It is made from nickel with a rubber end. This design is known as the Cruise sphygmometer having been invented by Sir Francis Richard Cruise (1834-1912), a pioneering Irish surgeon who also invented the endoscope
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1900 1900s Antique Apparatus Blood Pressure Brown Background Cardiovascular Cruise Device Devices France French Instrument Instruments Nickel Pulse Radial Sphygmomanometer Sphygmometer Sphygmometry Twentieth Century Wrist Collin
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of medical history - the Sphygmometer by Collin, circa 1900. Crafted in France by the renowned instrument maker Collin, this device played a crucial role in demonstrating arterial blood pressure during its time. The aneroid manometer, ingeniously placed vertically over the patient's wrist (radial pulse), allowed for accurate readings. Constructed from nickel with a rubber end, this particular design is known as the Cruise sphygmometer. It owes its name to Sir Francis Richard Cruise, an eminent Irish surgeon and inventor of the endoscope. This antique apparatus not only represents technological advancements but also pays homage to pioneers like Sir Cruise who revolutionized medical practices. The brown background adds a touch of vintage elegance to this photograph, emphasizing its historical significance. As we gaze upon this relic from the early 20th century, we are reminded of how far medicine has come and appreciate the ingenuity behind such devices that paved the way for modern cardiovascular diagnostics. Science Photo Library presents us with yet another fascinating glimpse into our past through their collection of extraordinary scientific artifacts. This image serves as a reminder that every advancement in medicine builds upon those before it and honors those brilliant minds whose contributions continue to shape our understanding of healthcare today.
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