What is a Hulka manipulator?

What is a Hulka manipulator?

Hulka Uterine Tenaculum is designed for use in surgical procedures on an anteverted or retroverted uterus. The tenaculum is used to stabilize the cervix and manipulate the uterine fundus. The tenacula are available with ring handles and various tips with sounds, probe tips, and single tooths.

What is a uterine manipulator used for?

Uterine manipulator may provide support in cases of large uteri, severe endometriosis, recto vaginal adhesions and regional anesthesia, while its use may increase complications in cases of vaginal stenosis and nulliparity.

What is a HUMI uterine manipulator?

The HUMI is a curved, rigid, double-lumened device that combines the capability to manipulate the uterus and to introduce dyes, contrast media or gas without changing instruments.

Why is the uterine sound curved?

The Uterine Sound is a single-use sound made of white, malleable, plastic material. Prior to use, the sound can be curved between the thumb and finger in order to follow the curve of the cervical canal. The graduations are in centimeters and allow for the measurement of the uterine cavity.

What is a Morcellator used for?

Laparoscopic power morcellators are Class II medical devices used during laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgeries to cut tissue into smaller pieces so the tissue can be removed through a small incision site (typically 2 cm long or less).

What is a manipulator in surgery?

Uterus Manipulator. The fully visualization of the uterus and the adnexa is the important basis for a good gynecological laparoscopic surgery. An uterine manipulator that can be adjusted to different angles allows the operator to flex and rotate the uterus so that it can be brought into an optimal position.

What is myoma screw?

Laparoscopic myoma screw is used to extract fibroids from the endometrium during myomectomy. The instrument is a coiled spring like structure that is attached to a handle with working length of 30 cm.

What is a uterine positioning?

The normal position is an anteverted uterus, where the uterus tips forward, whereas a retroverted uterus is angled slightly posterior. The uterine position is also sometimes described relative to the location of the fundus; that is, an anteflexed uterus, which is normal and where the fundus tilts forward.

What is flushing curette?

Flushing Curette is used to collect samples from uterus and rectum for diagnosis of cancer. It consists of a long hollow shaft with small spoon shaped scoop. After passing it into the uterus, sample is scraped. This instrument is easy to use and finds application in hospitals and clinics.

What are dilator sounds used for?

These sounds are intended for probing a woman’s uterus through the cervix, to measure the length and direction of the cervical canal and uterus. Dilators are primarily used to open and dilate the cervix to gain access to the uterine cavity, but can also be used as sounds.