Smellie Obstetrical Hook 33cm

Clinical Application

Designed for use in vaginal obstetric procedures, this long-shaft hook provides controlled engagement of placental tissue and membranes. It is used by obstetricians and trained birth attendants to assist in delivery of the placenta and to facilitate manual removal of retained products when gentle, precise purchase is required. The 33 cm length offers added reach for access within the uterine cavity while allowing the operator to maintain controlled traction.

Design & Configuration

The instrument's long, slender shaft and curved hook tip are configured to secure a small amount of placental tissue without requiring wide exposure. The curvature of the tip helps maintain a reliable purchase on membranes or cotyledon tissue while minimizing contact with the uterine wall. The extended length improves reach in deeper presentations or when additional intrauterine access is needed, enabling more controlled and deliberate maneuvers during delivery or manual removal procedures.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern: Smellie obstetrical hook
• Configuration: Single-ended, long-shafted hook
• Length: 33 cm
• Tip: Curved hook tip designed for engagement of placental tissue
• Primary use: Controlled delivery of the placenta; removal of retained placental tissue/membranes
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with a polished finish for ease of cleaning and sterilization. The durable construction supports repeated use in clinical settings when reprocessed according to institutional 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