Clinical Application
This instrument is designed for intrauterine tissue removal and sampling. The rigid Sims-style curette with a blunt 15 mm spoon tip is used for endometrial curettage, diagnostic endometrial sampling, evacuation of retained products of conception, and other gynecologic procedures where controlled scraping or blunt dissection of the uterine cavity is required. Its length permits reach to the fundus in most non-obese adult patients while providing tactile feedback to the operator.
Design & Configuration
The rigid shaft provides direct transmission of tactile feedback and controlled force during scraping. A blunt, spoon-shaped 15 mm tip minimizes focal cutting risk compared with sharp curettes and is suitable when blunt debridement or sampling is preferred. The Fig.7 Sims pattern offers a geometry that aligns with the uterine cavity profile for effective tissue engagement while helping to reduce the likelihood of inadvertent perforation when used with appropriate technique.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Uterine curette (Sims pattern)
- Configuration: Rigid, blunt
- Tip: Blunt spoon/loop, 15 mm
- Overall length: 31 cm
- Typical uses: Endometrial curettage, diagnostic sampling, removal of retained products
- Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and repeated sterilization. The durable rigid construction supports consistent performance during tactile intrauterine procedures and is intended for reuse following validated cleaning and sterilization 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