Clinical Application
This solid uterine dilator is intended to provide controlled mechanical dilation of the cervical canal to permit atraumatic access to the uterine cavity. Common uses include dilation and curettage, preparatory dilation for hysteroscopy or operative instrumentation, IUD placement or removal when cervical access is needed, and minor outpatient gynecologic procedures where predictable, graduated dilation is required.
Design & Configuration
The straight, single-ended tapered rod geometry delivers gradual radial expansion as the instrument is advanced, allowing clinicians to dilate the cervix incrementally with tactile feedback. The smooth, rounded tip minimizes snagging and reduces soft-tissue trauma during insertion. A single-ended configuration is compact for manual use and convenient when only one working end is required during procedural workflows.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Uterine dilator (Hegar pattern)
- Configuration: Single-ended (S/E)
- Size: 10.5 mm diameter
- Tip: Smooth, tapered atraumatic tip for gradual dilation
- Typical use: Cervical dilation ahead of uterine instrumentation (D&C, hysteroscopy, IUD procedures)
- Construction: Stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and durability for repeated clinical use. The solid, machined profile preserves consistent taper geometry and surface finish that withstands standard hospital sterilization processes, including steam autoclaving.
Quality & Compliance
Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.
Brand Comparison
Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.
Availability & Returns
- In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
- Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
- Returns: 30-day return policy