P3: Cervical Dilators, Uterine Curettes & Forceps Flashcards
Types of Cervical Dilators
- Hegarβs dilator
- Fentonβs dilator
Types of Cervical Dilators
- Hegar
Types of Cervical Dilators
- Fenton
has tapering end
Application of Hegar Dialator
Indications of Hegar Dialator
Indications of Hegar Dialator
- Diagnostic
Diagnosis of cervical incompetence (if Hegar 8 passed easily).
Indications of Hegar Dialator
- Therapeutic
Indications of Hegar Dialator
- Preliminary to other procedures or operations
Degree of dilatation
- Hegar 5
Cervical cauterization (in nulliparas) & application or removal of IUD.
Degree of dilatation
- Hegar 8
HSG, insufflation & diagnosis of cervical incompetence (if passed easily
Degree of dilatation
- Hegar 10-12
Endometrial curettage & Fothergillβs operation
Degree of dilatation
- Hegar 12-14
Evacuation of products of conception
Degree of dilatation
- Hegar 14-16
Treatment of spasmodic dysmenorrhea
Degree of dilatation
- Hegar 18-22
Finger exploration of uterine cavity
CI of Hegar Dialator
A) Vaginal & cervical infections.
B) Pregnancy & suspicion of pregnancy.
C) Soft uterine wall (in sever uterine infection & cancer body).
Complication sof Hegar Dialator
A) Neurogenic shock (vagal nerve stimulation).
B) Perforation of uterus.
C) Introduction of infection.
D) Induction of abortion if introduced in pregnant uterus.
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Causes of bleeding during dilatation
Types of Uterine Curettes
Types of Uterine Curettes
- Loop Curette
Types of Uterine Curettes
- Flushing Curette
Types of Uterine Curettes
- Fundal Curette
Types of Uterine Curettes
- Novak, Randall & Sharman curettes
Indications of Uterine Curettes
Indications of Uterine Curettes
- Diagnostic