What are Pratt dilators?

What are Pratt dilators?

Pratt Uterine Dilator features double-ended rounded dilators to measure the level of dilation or facilitate further dilation of the uterus. The dilators are angled at the ends. The instrument is available in various width sizes to accommodate a wide range of cases.

What is Hegar dilator used for?

Hegar dilators are widely used in gynecology to open up the cervix. This may be necessary prior to a uterine curettage or biopsy. They are also used to overcome stenosis in non-gynecological situations, such as in urology and proctology.

How many cm do they dilate your cervix for D&C?

It is 3 to 4 cm long. The external os (the one visible in the vagina) and the internal os must be dilated to gain access to the uterine cavity. The uterine cavity will vary in size depending on distorting features like fibroids and polyps and how far along the pregnancy is in gestation.

What does a Tenaculum look like?

The tenaculum resembles a pair of scissors with sharp-pointed hooks at the end. For procedures that require access to the uterus, gynecologists insert the tenaculum into the vagina, piercing the cervix tissue to seize and pull it steadily (e.g. during IUD insertion).

What is a Hegar sound?

2) Hegar sounds have two rounded ends, are fairly short, and are mildly curved in shape. THIS IS THAT SET….. 3) Pratt sounds are longer urethral dilators (double ended ones are usually almost a foot long) with rounded and slightly bent ends.

Do I need to shave before D&C?

Do not shave or wax any area on your body for a week before surgery (legs, bikini, underarms, etc.). Shaving can nick the skin and increase the risk of wound infection. If hair needs to be removed, it will be done at the hospital.

What is D and C abortion?

Dilation and curettage (D&C) is a procedure to remove tissue from inside your uterus. Health care providers perform dilation and curettage to diagnose and treat certain uterine conditions — such as heavy bleeding — or to clear the uterine lining after a miscarriage or abortion.

What’s AD and E?

Dilation and evacuation (D&E) is the dilation of the cervix and surgical evacuation of the uterus (potentially including the fetus, placenta and other tissue) after the first trimester of pregnancy. It is a method of abortion as well as a common procedure used after miscarriage to remove all pregnancy tissue.

What is the difference between a Hegar and a Pratt sound?

Pratt sounds have a bit thinner and longer body, so they appear larger but slimmer than Hegar sounds. Another main difference is the curve. Pratt sounds have a more defined curve on the shaft than Hegar sounds. However, what is characteristic for Pratt sounds are their slightly bent ends.

What is the size of a Hegar dilator?

Single use uterine sound Uterine dilators of Hegar type, from diameters 4 mm (right) to 17 mm (left). 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.

What is the difference between a Hank and Pratt urethral dilator?

Dittel sounds have a flat end and a rounded end. Hank sounds have a more pronounced curve at the ends, as well as a metal rib on each end. Pratt sounds are longer urethral dilators (double ended ones are usually almost a foot long) with rounded and slightly bent ends.

What is a Pratt sound?

Pratt sounds are longer urethral dilators (double ended ones are usually almost a foot long) with rounded and slightly bent ends. Many men enjoy them for sounding.