Seton Needle
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Artifact Overview
Veterinarians used a seton needle to insert a thread or cord (called a seton) beneath the skin around a wound or abscess to encourage drainage. F. Eugene Eads, a veterinarian from Grosse Point, Michigan, used this seton needle in his veterinary practice.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Needle (Piercing tool)
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
81.59.39
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Metal
Color
Silver (Color)
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 11.5 in
Width: 0.5 in
Length: 0.125 in
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