Sims Uterine Sound malleable S/P 32cm

Clinical Application

This uterine sound is used to determine uterine depth, orientation and cervical canal patency prior to intrauterine instrumentation. Common applications include pre-placement assessment for intrauterine devices (IUDs), guidance for dilators and curettes during dilation & curettage, and preparation for hysteroscopy or other diagnostic/operative gynecologic procedures. Tactile feedback from the instrument helps the clinician identify the direction of the uterine cavity and reduce the risk of creating a false passage.

Design & Configuration

The Sims pattern with a malleable shaft permits gentle contouring of the instrument to match individual cervical canal angulation, facilitating atraumatic navigation to the fundus. The rounded, atraumatic tip minimizes tissue trauma during sounding and instrument exchange. The extended 32 cm overall length provides additional reach for intraoperative use or when encountering atypical uterine positions, while the malleable construction allows the clinician to set and maintain a preferred curvature during the procedure.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Uterine sound (Sims pattern)
• Configuration: Malleable shaft
• Length: 32 cm
• Tip: Rounded, atraumatic
• Typical use: Uterine depth measurement, canal assessment, IUD insertion, D&C and hysteroscopy preparation
• Reusable: Yes
• Material: Malleable stainless steel

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel with a malleable core to allow controlled bending and contour retention. The stainless construction provides corrosion resistance and durability for repeated reprocessing and clinical use. Designed for routine sterilization and reprocessing in accordance with facility protocols.

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