Historical information
This device was used for the treatment of procidentia (severe utero-vaginal prolapse). Cotton tape would be attached via the holes at the distal end of the instrument and tied around the waist to hold the pessary in position.The usually enlarged cervix would sit in the inserted cup. The vagina and the uterus were returned to the anatomically correct position. The instrument would be removed for cleaning approximately every three months. Women deemed to be a severe surgical risk were the beneficiaries of this treatment.
Physical description
Black vulcanite pessary. Consists of an oval cup attached to a stem. The stem is slightly curved and ends in a bulb. There are four holes at base of cup, and similarly on the bulb of the stem.
Subjects
References
- Surgical instruments - supports, pessaries & hysterophores, Geo. Tiemann & Company, p. 487
- Down Bros Ltd Catalogue of surgical instruments and appliances, p. 1036 and 1042
