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Use of the Seton.

Amputation of the breast.

M0017094: An operation on the back, oil painting by Adriaen Brouwer

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Surgical operation

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Use of the Seton.

M0017094: An operation on the back, oil painting by Adriaen Brouwer

Use of the Seton.

Amputation of the breast.