Dilators, Speculums and Cervical Control for Vaginal Hysterectomy

Vaginal hysterectomy works through the vaginal canal, so the tray starts at the cervix. This set carries a graduated dilation sequence (a Hegar set of 8, a Hank set of 6 and a Goodell dilator), Auvard and Graves speculums, three Jackson retractors and Heaney retractors for exposure, and cervical control from Schroeder tenaculum, Schroeder vulsellum and Allis-Adair forceps.

Key Features

Clamp stock: six Crile and twelve Rochester-Pean forceps.
Traction and removal: Lahey traction, Kelly placenta and six Heaney single tooth forceps.
Sounding and curettage: Sims and Simpson sounds, Sims and Thomas curettes.
Closure: Crile-Murray and Mayo-Hegar needle holders with super grip tungsten carbide.
Exposure range: three Jackson blade sizes, Sims double-ended and Kelly retractors.

Planning an abdominal approach? See the Abdominal Hysterectomy Instruments Set or browse the plastic surgery instrument set catalog. Custom kits and bulk orders are available.

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Instruments Included

S. No.	Item Name	Specifications / Size	Qty
1	Operating Scissors	Straight, Sharp/Blunt, 5 1/2"	1
2	Backhaus Towel Clamp	5 1/4"	6
3	Foerster Sponge Forceps	Serrated, Straight, 9 1/2"	4
4	Jackson Retractor	Large Blade, 4" x 1 1/2", Single End	1
5	Jackson Retractor	Medium Blade, 3 1/2" x 1 1/2", Single End	1
6	Jackson Retractor	Small Blade, 3" x 1 1/2", Single End	1
7	Sims Vaginal Retractor	Double Ended, #4	1
8	Auvard Vaginal Speculum	Medium, 2 1/2 lb, 2 3/4" x 1 1/2"	1
9	Graves Vaginal Speculum	Medium, 1 1/4"	1
10	Goodell Uterine Dilator	13"	1
11	Hegar Uterine Dilator Set	Set of 8, without Roll	1
12	Hank Uterine Dilator Set	Set of 6, without Roll	1
13	Sims Sound	Plain, Silver-Plated	1
14	Simpson Sound	Graduated, Inch	1
15	Sims Curette	Sharp, #1	1
16	Thomas Curette	Blunt, 11", #1, Chrome	1
17	Gaylor Biopsy Forceps	Jaws, 8 1/2"	1
18	Bozeman Forceps	S-Curved, 10 1/4"	1
19	Schroeder (Braun) Tenaculum Forceps	9 1/2"	2
20	Lahey Traction Forceps	M.G.H., 8"	1
21	Kelly Placenta Forceps	Curved, 12"	1
22	Russian Tissue Forceps	8"	1
23	Allis-Adair Forceps	9 x 10 Teeth, 6 1/2"	2
24	Crile Forceps	Curved, 6 1/4"	6
25	Rochester-Pean Forceps	Curved, 6 1/4"	6
26	Schroeder Vulsellum Forceps	Straight, 9.5"	2
27	Kelly-Adson Scissors	Curved, Small, 6 1/4"	1
28	Kelly Retractor	9", 1 1/2" x 2"	2
29	Crile-Murray Needle Holder	Serrated, 6", Tungsten Carbide Super Grip	2
30	Heaney Retractor	Medium, 10 1/2", 3" x 1"	2
31	Metzenbaum-Nelson Scissors	Curved, 9"	1
32	Serrated Dressing Forceps	8"	2
33	Tissue Forceps	1 x 2 Teeth, 8"	2
34	Rochester-Pean Forceps	Curved, 7 1/4"	6
35	Heaney Single Tooth Forceps	Heavy, 8 1/4"	6
36	Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder	8", Tungsten Carbide Super Grip	1
37	Instrument Tray / Box

Total Pieces ……………. 78

Quick Specifications

Brand	Gulmaher Surgico
Tip Configuration	Mixed—Transvaginal Surgery Instruments
Applications	Vaginal Hysterectomy Surgery
Weight	8.00 kg
Product Type	78-Piece Instrument Set
Material	German and Japanese Steel
Grade	AISI 420, AISI 410 and AISI 304
Sterility & Usability	Non-Sterile and Re-usable

Note: Due to instrument updates and pattern changes, equal substitutions may be necessary. Any changes to the set or your order will be communicated as occurred.

Vaginal Hysterectomy Instrument Set FAQ

1. Which dilators are included?

A Hegar uterine dilator set of 8 and a Hank set of 6, both without roll, plus a 13" Goodell dilator.

2. Which instruments control the cervix?

Two Schroeder (Braun) tenaculum forceps, two Schroeder vulsellum forceps, two Allis-Adair forceps and a Lahey traction forceps.

3. Is a product sheet available?

Yes. Use the View Product PDF link on this page for the set sheet.

4. How is it different from the abdominal hysterectomy set?

It is built for the transvaginal approach, with dilators, speculums and cervical traction instruments. For an abdominal approach, see the Abdominal Hysterectomy Instruments Set.

Common Vaginal Hysterectomy Instrument Groups

A vaginal hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the uterus through the vagina. The instruments used in a vaginal hysterectomy may vary slightly depending on the surgeon's preferences and the specific circumstances of the surgery, but here are the common vaginal hysterectomy instrument groups typically used during the procedure:

Vaginal Speculum: Similar to the speculum used in gynecological exams, this instrument helps to visualize the vaginal canal and cervix during the surgery.

Tenaculum forceps: A tenaculum is used to grasp and stabilize the cervix during the procedure, allowing the surgeon better control and access to the uterus.

Vaginal Dilators: Dilators may be used to gently widen the vaginal canal, facilitating access to the uterus and other pelvic structures.

Scissors and Dissecting Instruments: Various scissors and dissecting instruments are used to separate the uterus from surrounding tissues and ligaments.

Clamps and Forceps: Hemostatic clamps and grasping forceps are used to secure blood vessels, ligaments, and tissues during the surgery to minimize bleeding and facilitate tissue removal.

Suture Material and Needle Holder: Sutures are used to close any incisions or to ligate blood vessels. A needle holder is used to manipulate the needle during suturing.

Retractors: Retractors are used to hold back tissues and organs, providing the surgeon with a clear view of the surgical field.

Bladder Retractor: In some cases, a bladder retractor may be used to carefully move the bladder out of the way, particularly if it has fallen or is adherent to the uterus.