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An Unusual Pneumothorax Scientific Instrument
John Howkins Antiques
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An Unusual Pneumothorax Scientific Instrument

1920 - 1940
Description

An unusual American mahogany cased pneumothorax devise it was used to collapse a lung in a controlled manner. This was thought to ‘rest’ the the lung to allow better antibiotic treatment for patients with tuberculosis. Believed to be complete with cased needles etc.

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Antique Pneumothorax Medical Instrument to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA590562
Dealers Internal Reference
22458
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Description
An unusual American mahogany cased pneumothorax devise it was used to collapse a lung in a controlled manner.
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This was thought to ‘rest’ the the lung to allow better antibiotic treatment for patients with tuberculosis.
John Howkins Antiques

Believed to be complete with cased needles etc.

Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Antique Pneumothorax Medical Instrument to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA590562
Dealers Internal Ref
22458
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the John Howkins Antiques Profile Page

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A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water.
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Archive I A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water.

An Unusual Pneumothorax Scientific Instrument

Archive II A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water. View II
Archive III A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water. View III
Archive IV A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water. View IV
Archive V A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water. View V
Archive VI A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water. View VI
Archive VII A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water. View VII
Archive VIII A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water. View VIII
Archive IX A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water. View IX
Archive X A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water. View X
Archive XI A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water. View XI
Archive XII A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water. View XII
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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
Location
The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jhowkins
Verified Since Sep 2010
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A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water.
An Unusual Pneumothorax Scientific Instrument
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A vintage pneumothorax medical device housed inside an open fitted wooden box, featuring a chrome cylinder, flexible orange rubber tubing, and a round dial gauge marked in centimetres of water.
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FAQs

A pneumothorax apparatus was historically used in medical treatment, particularly for tuberculosis, to introduce air into the pleural cavity to collapse a lung and allow it to rest and heal.

Medical instruments from this era were commonly constructed using chrome-plated or nickel-plated brass components, glass dials, flexible rubber tubing, and were housed within fitted hardwood boxes such as mahogany or oak.

Authentic pieces generally feature period-printed or hand-engraved dials with specific units of measurement, stamped serial numbers or manufacturer markings, original patinated metalwork, and period-appropriate wear on rubber and wooden components.

These objects function as distinctive visual accents when displayed open on a bookshelf, desk, or glass cabinet within a study, office, or library space.

Dust metal parts with a soft dry cloth and avoid chemical polishes that might strip vintage plating. Keep rubber tubing away from direct sunlight, extreme humidity, and high temperatures to prevent degradation.
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