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Types of gynecological mirrors

Gynecological mirrors have different shapes anddiameter (numbers 1-6), which are used depending on the size of the pelvis of the patient and the capacity of the vagina. The Simon's stiff mirror consists of two spoons with handles. The back spoon (gutter) is designed to pull the vaginal wall, the front (flat) is inserted under its front wall. Such mirrors have different widths, they have numbers 2 and 3. The vaginal mirror-lift Otta has a spoon-shaped part of various diameters (numbers 1-4) and a flat plate that is fixed to the groove in the handle with a screw. The double mirror mirror of Cuzco has two leaves, which after insertion into the vagina can be fixed in a certain position by a special spacer. Such double-wing mirrors have different widths of the leaflets (numbers from 1 to 3). Their use eliminates the need to use the lift and releases the physician's hands for performing vaginal manipulations (for example, taking a secret from the cervix). To widely open the vagina, apply flat wide mirrors Doyen, which have numbers from one to five (depending on the width of the spoons). Gynecological mirrors are made of metal, in medical centers can use disposable instruments made of plastic. For the examination of girls, girls doctors use special children's mirrors, with which you can perform an inspection minimally injuring the vagina and hymen. Children's special gynecological lifts are also produced.

How are gynecological mirrors used?

Gynecological mirrors doctors use forexamination of the cervix, vagina. Tools of a spoon-shaped form give an opportunity to examine the cervix and vaginal walls well. Upon examination, the gynecologist inserts the posterior and then the front mirror into the vagina of the patient. Delaying them in different directions, the doctor examines the mucous membrane, noting its color, granularity, folding, the presence of growths, ruptures, scars, edema, redness, various types of secretions). During the examination, the size and shape of the vaginal part of the cervix are determined, the shape of the uterine opening is determined, the presence of erosions, ruptures, and discharge from the cervical canal is revealed. Visual examination with the help of gynecological mirrors allows revealing precancerous conditions and early stage of cervical cancer. For a more thorough examination of the mucous membrane use a special optical equipment - the colposcope.