Clinical Application
This spoon-shaped Sims uterine curette is intended for gynecologic procedures requiring controlled removal or sampling of endometrial tissue. It is commonly used during dilation and curettage (D&C), endometrial biopsy, postpartum uterine clearance for retained products, and other procedures where blunt or scooping curettage is indicated. The 16 mm tip provides a broad surface area for efficient tissue collection while preserving tactile feedback for the operator.
Design & Configuration
The instrument features a malleable shaft that can be gently contoured intraoperatively to match the patient’s uterine axis, facilitating atraumatic access to the fundus and lateral walls. The Fig.8 handle configuration offers a positive grip and control during scraping and rotation maneuvers, helping the surgeon maintain consistent pressure and angulation. The spoon-style Sims tip is designed to engage and remove tissue with a scraping motion rather than cutting, which is valuable for controlled curettage.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Sims uterine curette
- Pattern / model: Fig.8
- Configuration: malleable shaft
- Length: 31 cm
- Tip: Sims (spoon) curette tip, 16 mm
- Typical use: endometrial sampling, D&C, removal of retained products
- Construction: stainless steel, reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability during repeated sterilization cycles. The malleable shaft permits careful bending to conform to anatomy while retaining structural integrity. The instrument is provided for reusable use and is compatible with standard 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