MIMM - Medical Instruments and Materia Medica

This is an ear syringe set in a case. The rectangular metal case has a push-fit lid and shows visible signs of wear and tear. Inside, there is a removable metal tray fitted with structured metal compartments—holders designed to securely store the syringe body and its two interchangeable nozzles. The syringe itself is composed of detachable components. The main barrel is made of clear glass, with two metal twistable ends designed for the secure insertion of the piston and nozzle components. The glass body is engraved with a graduated scale in blue ink, ranging from 10 to 50 cc. The piston assembly is entirely metallic and features a rod with a circular finger ring at the top, as well as two smaller side finger rings attached to the tip. The set includes two metal nozzles, one with a bulbous and another with a conical shape, suited to different needs during ear irrigation. The nozzle tips feature a semicircular tip and feature a flattened side to ensure proper alignment and secure attachment via the twist-lock mechanism on the syringe-tip. One nozzle and one finger ring are engraved with the number 15, possibly indicating their matching size or position in the set. Inside the lid of the case, there are handwritten words and numbers in blue ink. No visible maker's marks. The primary use of this syringe was for ear irrigation, a procedure performed to remove earwax, debris, or foreign objects from the ear canal. Warmed water or saline solution would be drawn into the syringe and gently expelled through the chosen nozzle into the ear, helping to flush out obstructions safely.

Brown leather midwifery bag with a top handle and central padlock, which remains locked. Embossed with the initials G.W., indicating it belonged to George Williams and donated by Joseph Martin

Rectangular green leather case with plastic handle on the lid, and frontal metal locks, contains "Air-Viva" Resuscitator, made in Australia by CIF (Commonwealth Industrial Gases Limited) as printed. Inside the case, the lid is lined with printed instructions, and the resuscitator is housed with its components. It consists of a plastic reservoir bag, a facemask (made in the UK as engraved) and an angled clear plastic non-rebreathing patient valve with silicone rubber diaphragm, as patented in 1962. The kit is incomplete as a second face mask is missing. More items (MIMM/2013-3, MIMM/2013-4, MIMM/2013-5, MIMM/2013-6, MIMM/2013-7, and MIMM/2013-8) were housed in the case, but were removed as not originally part of the set. The item was used in Adelaide Hospital.

Sealed plastic packaging contains an oxygen tube with a wide connector, manufactured by Intersurgical Ltd., as indicated by the paper leaflet enclosed. The tube is made of clear plastic and features a green plastic tip (wide connector) at one end, and an interface at the other. The item was found inside MIMM/2013-2-3, but it was removed as not part of the original set.

Three different sized and sealed oropharyngeal airways, of the Guedel type, consisting of a curved sterile plastic tube. Two of them were made by Pennin in 1993, featuring green (size two) and red (size four) bite-blocks, and the other has an orange bite-block, made by Vincent Medasil. The item was found inside MIMM/2013-2-3, but it was removed as not part of the original set.

Original packaging containing a Hi-Contour intermediate tracheal tube with cuff, manufactured by Mallinckrodt Medical in Ireland in 1994. The tube is made of clear plastic and features a curved design, with a connector and a pilot balloon—equipped with a one-way valve made of blue plastic—at one end for inflation, and an inflatable cuff at the other. The item was found inside MIMM/2013-2-3, but it was removed as not part of the original set.

Rectangular wooden case with metal side hooks and a handle on top, housing a Westminster design arc projecting lamp, as patented in 1910 and sold by T. Mason as engraved/ The device comprises a sliding iron tray for attachment to the (missing) lamp base, a lamp body with broken electrical wires, and a damaged glass component.

Sealed plastic packaging contains a Superset Catheter Mount manufactured by Intersurgical Ltd., as indicated by the printed information. The mount consists of a clear plastic tube with a fixed elbow shape, formed by the L-shaped green attachment. The item was found inside MIMM/2013-2-3, but it was removed as not part of the original set.

Sealed plastic packaging contains a fully transparent, expandable plastic nasal cannula manufactured by Hudson, as indicated by the enclosed paper leaflet. The tubing is made of clear plastic and features a green plastic cannula with two prongs designed to be inserted into the nostrils. Assembled in Mexico, the item was found inside MIMM/2013-2-3, but it was removed as not part of the original set..

The see-through original paper packaging contains a wooden tongue depressor. The packaging is decorated with red writing that reads “Dolobid Diflunisal,” possibly indicating that it was a promotional gadget for Diflunisal, a salicylic acid derivative with analgesic and anti-inflammatory activity. This was developed by Merck Sharp & Dohme in 1971 under the name Dolobid.

Metal [dental calipers]. Two arms of equal length, each with a hooked tip, moveable and joined at central point. There is a scale of 1-10 engraved on one arm. On the other side of the same arm is the maker's name "ALLEN & HAN[BURYS]", which is partially covered by a black label with the name "MARTIN". The name "DR. E.A. MARTIN" is etched on one side of the other arm.

Ceramic water filter known as the Pasteur-Chamberland Filter, as engraved, patented by Charles Chamberland in 1884. It consists of a hollow ceramic jug, which would have contained the ceramic filter (missing), a lid (broken), metal tap, and side handles. Used to filter water and contain the spread of typhoid fever.

The Morris Clinical Pacemaker is an external pacemaker machine consisting of a metal unit with a top handle and front-facing switches for pulse, heart rate, indicator bulbs for power and pulse, and wire. It includes a storage compartment containing the instruction leaflet, spare bulbs, and electrodes. Designed and named after its inventor, engineer Albert Morris, it was manufactured by Levinthal Electronic Products and sold by Fannin, as labelled. The item was used in Adelaide Hospital.

Dispensing balance made of brass, with detachable brass pillar mounted on a mahogany box with drawer, housing one brass pan and the beam. Incomplete, with weights, a pan and thread missing.

Patented in 1902 by Dr Robertson as engraved, this air-pump features a detachable metal cylinder with a clear glass body, a piston with expandable packing for a tight seal, and a cap on the open end. The piston moves within the barrel to create suction.

Sweat-Check Conductivity Analyser is an electric diagnostic collector body with an inlet and outlet nipple for sweat sample analysis. Results are displayed on a digital readout calibrated in molarity of sodium chloride. Incomplete: inlet/outlet tubing and cable are missing.

This is a set of finger stalls in a tin case. The circular tin case can be opened by twisting the lid. Inside, there is a cellophane-wrapped set of finger stalls made of India rubber. The maker is unknown. Some discolouration is present on the lid. Finger stalls are still used for various purposes, such as infection control, wound protection, and medical examinations.

This is a female bed-pan, made of white ceramic. It has a bottle-like shape with a flattened base, allowing it to lay horizontally, and a handle positioned on the top for ease of handling. The smooth, curved body features a wide, rounded opening, while the spout-like extension ensures controlled pouring and emptying. Features Fannin Dublin logo on the bottom.

A cylindrical brass travel candle holder with a hinged front opening and an adjustable internal stand to hold the candle. A remnant of candle remains affixed to the top.

Sword-shaped whetstone in dark brown case with lid. The metal handle is engraved with a coat of arms and the words: "SPES.TUTISSTMA.CAELIS" ["The safest hope is in Heaven"]. Cut marks visible on surface where it has been used to sharpen blades. Handwritten on one side of the case are the letters "EPW" and there is also illegible writing on the other side.

Flat spatula made of bone, featuring rounded tips at both ends, a straight central strip, and a curved handle.