The original caption may contain language which is historic and which may no longer be considered appropriate. It has been retained in the record in the interest of historical accuracy.
The caption on the reverse of the photograph reads: “Stomach washout for five days old baby. Picture shows the saline being emptied from the stomach wash of a five days old baby at Children Hospital, Sheffield. (see accompanying picture)”
Gastric lavage involves passing a tube down the oesophagus and into the stomach, through which is administered and removed small amounts of liquid. When treating adults, this liquid is either warm water or saline, whilst in children only saline in used. This is repeated until the removed stomach contents are clear. In babies, this procedure may be used to treat duodenal atresia, in which the small intestine is closed, causing a blockage. See also MED01/01/3260 and MED01/01/3262-3269. High-resolution copies of this image are available for free for non-commercial use. Please Enquire to place an order.
This is part of the Series: MED01/01 Series of prints; within the Collection: MED01 Topical Press Agency Medical Collection
Source: Historic England Archive
Photographer: Topical Press Agency Limited
Photographer: Harrison, Norman Kingsley
Childrens Hospital, People At Work, Women's History, Health And Welfare
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