Using a laryngoscope to aid a surgeon in the removal of a polyp from the throat, c1890

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Using a laryngoscope to aid a surgeon in the removal of a polyp from the throat, c1890

Using a laryngoscope to aid a surgeon in the removal of a polyp from the throat, c1890. A small mirror on a long metal handle was invented in 1854 by a Spanish singing teacher Manuel Garcia to study the vocal chords. In 1858 Ludwig Turck (1810-1868) and Johann Czermak (1828-1873) both published papers on the use of the instrument, but Czermak invented a headband mirror to throw light on the Laryngoscope mirror, an so on the throat. From Les Grands Maux et les Grands Remedes (The Principal Illnesses and Their Remedies), Jules Rengade, (Paris, c1890)

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a significant moment in medical history, showcasing the use of a laryngoscope to aid a surgeon in removing a polyp from the throat. Dating back to around 1890, this image sheds light on the early advancements made in surgical instruments and techniques. The invention of the laryngoscope can be traced back to Manuel Garcia, a Spanish singing teacher who created a small mirror on a long metal handle in 1854 for studying vocal chords. However, it was Ludwig Turck and Johann Czermak who further developed this instrument's potential by publishing papers on its use. Czermak even invented a headband mirror that illuminated the laryngoscope mirror, allowing for better visibility during throat examinations. From Jules Rengade's comprehensive work "Les Grands Maux et les Grands Remedes" (The Principal Illnesses and Their Remedies), this photograph showcases how medicine has evolved over time. It serves as evidence of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation when it comes to improving healthcare practices. As we gaze upon this historical print, we are reminded of the immense progress made since then in surgical procedures and tools. This image stands as an homage to those pioneering individuals whose contributions paved the way for modern medicine today.

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