Cervical laminaria dilator

Used to slowly open the cervix; after the laminaria is inserted, it expands to four to six times its size as it absorbs moisture.  This leads to the opening of the cervix so that gynecological instruments, such as a suction cannula or curette can be inserted.

Artificially produced following the example of naturally dried kelp – an algae species – which have served as natural laminaria for a long time.

Inventory Number
2040
Dating
ca. 1990
Material
plastic, string for extraction
Size in cm
7 x 1,1 x 0,4
Condition
very good
Donor
Dr. med. Jaroslav F. Hulka