What are the instruments used in the Gynaecological examination?

Mainly gynecologist instruments are vaginal speculum, d&c instruments set for dilation and curettage, uterine dilators, Auvard vaginal speculum, sim’s double-ended vaginal speculum, doyen’s retractor, Novak curettes, vagina retractor and speculums, obstetrical and tenaculum forceps, ovum and uterine polypus forceps.

Which instrument is used to hold cervix?

(15) A uterine tenaculum is a hooklike instrument used to seize and hold the cervix or fundus.

What is AV retractor?

This is a handheld retractor available in two distinct styles. They are each primarily used in abdominal OB/GYN procedures such as abdominal hysterectomies, cesarean section deliveries, and procedures for ectopic pregnancies.

What is speculum size?

Speculae up to 4 cm wide and 12–16 cm long are appropriate when redundant vaginal walls prolapse between the bills and obscure the view of the cervix; this occurs most commonly in obese and multiparous women.

What are major surgical instruments?

Surgical Instruments Scalpels, forceps, scissors, retractors, and clamps are used extensively. The nature of certain surgical procedures requires a more specialized set of instruments. For example, bone saws, files, drills (Figure 89-5), and mallets are commonly utilized in orthopedic surgery.

What instruments are used in a cesarean section?

Instruments Names and their Uses in Cesarean Section Delivery

  • Backhaus Towel Clamps:
  • Artery Forceps:
  • Green Armytage Forceps:
  • Sponge Holding Forceps:
  • Allis Tissue Forceps:
  • Littlewood Tissue Forceps:
  • Scalpel Handles 4:
  • Needle Holders:

What is a curette instrument?

thin metal tool called a curette is used to scrape (rather than vacuum out) the contents of the uterus, the procedure is called dilatation and curettage. When combined with dilatation, both evacuation and curettage can be used up to about the 16th week of pregnancy.

What is ovum forceps?

Ovum Forceps, available at Surgical Holdings, used to grasp, hold, manipulate and remove tissue from inside the uterus including the ovum and placenta. Ovum forceps are used during procedures such as caesarean section, hysterectomy, and uterine repair and are also sometimes used as a hemostat.

How does a speculum look like?

The speculum is a stainless steel or plastic device that resembles a duckbill. Women should breathe deeply and try to relax their vaginal, rectal, and abdominal muscles during insertion. Sometimes doctors will warm up the speculum beforehand.

Is a speculum painful?

While it may be uncomfortable, a speculum should never be painful. If you start to feel pain, tell your doctor. They may be able to switch to a smaller speculum.