Health Sciences · Robert W. Jackson Arthroscopy
A narrow, reflective metal artifact, with four slightly offset countersunk screw holes along (approximately) the upper two-thirds of its length. The lower end terminates with four points arranged laterally like the tines of a fork. There are three gradations marked above the tines and below the lowest screw hole.
Accession Number: 2025.JAC.287
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Primary Materials: Iron Alloy,
Writing on the surface of the artifact is difficult to discern. It may read: “DOWN J// ENGLAND// 5″ x 3/16″”
Dimensions (cm): Height = 13, Width = .5mm.
This spline is a type of surgical fixation used when doing an femoral osteotomy. Before the development of artificial hips, such fixations were used during operations on the femur to realign the hip.
This artifact is in good cosmetic condition. It has light wear across its surface. Writing on its surface is difficult to read.
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Manufacturer: Unknown, possibly Down Bros, England.
Date of Manufacture: Late 19th or early 20th. c.
The Robert W. Jackson Arthroscopy Collection was acquired by the University of Toronto from Dr. Jackson’s family on November 12th, 2020.
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- Donated to UTSIC