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A lecture on the history of trepanning and brain surgery.
Trepanning is one of the most ancient operations known to man. Prehistoric skulls with man-made holes have been found - made in a bid to allow oxygen onto the brain, or to release evil spirits...? Discover the medicines, fearsome drills and brutal saws once used in this worrying practice.
Speaker(s): |
Museum Curatorial Staff | talks |
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Date and Time: |
15 April 2006 at 2:00 pm |
Duration: | 1 hour |
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Venue: |
Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret |
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Tickets: |
£3.25 |
Available from: |
Old Operating Theatre Museum, on the day. Or phone in advance to reserve on 020 7188 2679. |
Additional Information: |
Due to essential roof repairs, the museum is currently located in the Crypt of St Thomas' Church, at 9a St Thomas' Street |
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