Retraction device

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1984-12-04

1986-06-03

Peshock, Robert

Surgery

Truss

Pad

128321, A61F 546

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045923477

ABSTRACT:
A reusable retraction device is provided which is adapted to remove an object such as, for example, a vaginal sponge from a woman's vagina. The retraction device comprises an outer barrel open at both its upper and lower ends and having a center aperture passing through the center thereof. Retraction element is provided within the barrel and extend from its upper end. The retraction element is adapted to open and close to permit gripping and release of the sponge after insertion of the barrel into the vagina. The opening and closing of the retraction element is achieved using control, i.e. gripping elements which extend outwardly from the lower end of the barrel and are in substantially the same plane as the barrel.

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