Inhaler - ECU Digital Collections

Title: Inhaler
Description: This anesthetic gas cylinder is part of a combination inhaler. This cylinder most likely held Ethyl-Chloride which was used in the dentistry profession from 1905 to present. The body is made of iron with nickel plating and there is a screw that regulates the dispersal of the gas to the patient. There is also a glass bulb which is the point of attachment for a rubber hose leading to the anesthesia mask.
Date: 1905-1925
Original Format: medical equipment
Extent
Local Identifier: 2011.001.0116
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Spatial
Location of Original: Country Doctor Museum
Rights: This item has been made available by The Country Doctor Museum for use in research, teaching, and private study. Researchers are responsible for using these materials in accordance with Title 17 of the United States Code and any other applicable statutes. For information regarding reproduction, please contact The Country Doctor Museum at hslcdm@ecu.edu;
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Permalink: https://digital.lib.ecu.edu/21779
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Found in theme/project
Laupus Health Sciences History Collections
Health and Medicine
Sears Historical Dental Collection

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