The Millin sling operation.

Date:
1949
  • Film

About this work

Also known as

The Millin Sling Operation for Stress Incontinence of Urine in the Female.

Description

An operation to repair the pelvic floor of a woman with stress incontinence. There are detailed notes in the form of intertitles which outline anaesthesia provided and the steps in the operation. There are graphic sequences of gynaecological surgery in this film.

Publication/Creation

UK : Chelsea Hospital for Women, 1949.

Physical description

1 film reel (24 min. ea) : silent, colour, 16 mm

Notes

The footage is very dark and is acetic and is stored in Fridge B.

Creator/production credits

Photographed at the Chelsea Hospital for Women. Surgeon; Charles D. Read.

Copyright note

Hammersmith Hospitals NHS Trust

Type/Technique

Languages

Where to find it

  • Location Access
    Closed stores
    5241F
    Can't be requested

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