Clinical Application
Used in obstetrics and gynecology for controlled, blunt mechanical removal and sampling of intrauterine contents. The scoop is indicated for procedures such as dilation and curettage (D&C), removal of retained products of conception, evacuation of blood clots and soft tissue, and targeted endometrial sampling where a spoon-like instrument is preferred over sharp curettes to reduce risk of perforation.
Design & Configuration
The instrument features a spoon-shaped, blunt working end that engages and removes soft tissue with minimal cutting action. The 8 mm working width provides a focused contact area for precise tissue engagement, while the 28 cm overall length gives adequate reach through a dilated cervix and into the uterine cavity. The blunt geometry reduces the likelihood of accidental uterine wall injury compared with sharp curettage instruments, and the simple scoop profile facilitates controlled scraping and expression of intrauterine contents.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Uterine scoop
- Pattern / model: Gourdet
- Configuration: Blunt-headed scoop (spoon-like)
- Length / size: 28 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: 8 mm blunt scoop tip
- Typical surgical use: Endometrial sampling, uterine evacuation, removal of retained products
- Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability with repeated sterilization cycles. The single-piece working end and shaft profile provide straightforward cleaning and dependable mechanical performance in gynecologic procedures. Designed for reusable clinical use.
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