Currie Uterine Cannula

The Currie Uterine Cannula is a specialized gynecological instrument typically used for uterine manipulation and contrast instillation during procedures like hysterosalpingography or tubal patency testing.

🔍 Key Features & Specifications

• Length: Approximately 33 cm (13″), standard size for uterine access westernsurgical.net+14tufftinstruments.com+14Tahir Group Of Industries+14.

• Design:

  • A straight stainless steel shaft with a ring-handle grip toward the distal end.

  • The distal tip features a cone (rubber or metal) to seal the cervical os and prevent fluid leakage.

• Purpose:

  • Manipulates uterine position.

  • Enables injection of dye or fluid into the uterine cavity or fallopian tubes.

• Material: High-grade stainless steel—durable and reusable after proper sterilization.

🏷️ Variants & Comparisons

• Similar GynaMed range includes sister instruments such as the Leech‑Wilkinson, Behrman, and Hayes‑Provis models surtex-instruments.com+2scissorswayinstruments.com+2dentalwayinstruments.com+2surtex-instruments.comtufftinstruments.com+3Gynamed+3Gynamed+3.

• Commonly, uterine cannulae differ in:

  • Tip flexibility or angulation.

  • Cone type (rubber vs metal).

  • Presence of a Luer-lock for easy syringe connection.

• The Currie seems to be among the simpler yet reliable straight-style cannulae, ideal for routine diagnostic procedures.

✅ Use Cases

🛒 Availability & Pricing

• Listed through suppliers like Tufft Instruments and Hospital Store, typically as part of general uterine cannula offerings at ~33 cm length Gynamed+1Gynamed+1hospitalstore.com+2tufftinstruments.com+2tufftinstruments.com+2.

• No official price found; expect a reusable instrument in the $20–$200 range, depending on supplier and cone material (rubber or metal).

✅ Summary

The Currie Uterine Cannula is a solid, straightforward tool for uterine access and manipulation, commonly used for contrast studies or fluid instillation. It’s reusable, durable, and well-suited for diagnostic procedures. It fits among other similar straight cannulae produced by various manufacturers.