Kaplan Collection
Title
Preview
Subjects
kaplan collection, tools
Description
In 1909, most hospitals were sterilizing their own catgut sutures, frequently through the use of a chemical solution. The process was imperfect, and frequently resulted in infections or operative delays. In 1913, the Davis and Geck Company introduced the Calustro-thermal process for the heat sterilization of suture tubes after the sutures were sealed inside. This provided hospitals with a reliable product, and saved time in the operating room as well. In 1922, Davis and Geck began to market Atraumatic needles, which were eyeless needles that had the sutures directly attached to the needle.
Date Made
c. 1920
Type
Image
Identifier
Kap25
Type
image
Recommended Citation
"Surgical Silk Sutures" (1920). Kaplan Collection. 20.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/kaplan/20