Item:
Vinesthene Inhaler with Ampoule Breaker

Date of manufacture:
1930s

Manufacturer:
unknown.

Description:
This device is charged with an intact 3 or 5 ml ampoule of Vinesthene. A face mask is attached to the end with the angled section and a bag is fitted to the other. As the patient begins to rebreathe from the bag, the ampoule is shattered. In this way, there is minimal wastage of the vapour. It is intended for use only in short duration procedures.

Category:
Vaporiser

Accession Nr.:
20110067
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