Anatomy of a 3M™ Littmann® Cardiology III Stethoscope

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Cardiology III Scope Anatomy

Stethoscope Basics

Techniques: Learn how to get the best acoustical performance from your stethoscope.

History of Stethoscopes: Learn the history of one of the most valuable diagnostic instructions in the history of medicine.

Stethoscope Anatomy: Dissect one of our most popular stethoscopes and learn the significance of each piece.

Short vs. Long Tubing: Determine the tubing length that is right for you.

Differences in Acoustics: Discover what variables contribute to acoustical response.