Dr. L. Buerger's Operating Cystoscope
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4/4/2019
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Historical Collections & Archives, Robert B. Greenblatt, M.D. Library, Augusta University
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Cystoscope set. Set consists of three main parts, plus accessories and case. Cylindrical nickel-plated brass combined operating, examining, single-catheterizing, and irrigating telescope has right angle examining lens system, Albarran-type deflector mechanism with control knobs and wires, C-shaped catch, and eyepiece with painted brass interior; instrument is marked: "PAT. MARCH 24, 1903 -- PAT. FEB 11, 1908". Cylindrical nickel-plated brass concave sheath has glass bulb, stopcocks with standard lever handles and rotating latch for C-shaped locking device. Nickel-plated brass obturator has ball-shaped handle with C-shaped catch and two-part sliding distal tip; instrument is marked: "PATS. APRIL 2, 1912". All instrument parts are marked with ACMI trademark. Standard accessories include: rotating contact, conducting cord, rubber cystoscope tips, catheter clip, cleaning rod, lamp wax, and extra lamps. All pieces are housed in wood case with hinged lid and snap catch; inside of case marked: "Dr. L. BUERGER'S -- OPERATING CYSTOSCOPE"; case marked with ACMI trademark. Dimensions are: 2.5" H x 3.75" W x 12.5" L; weight: 1 lb., 14.4 pz.
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