Devices and methods for cervix measurement
US6450977B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 17, 2000 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/1076
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides devices having an elongated member, a slidable indicator slidably engaged with the member and preferably a measuring scale to determine dimensions of female reproductive organs. Preferably, the device is adapted to determine the length of the cervix in the fornix vaginae, which is used in the disclosed methods to predict the risk of preterm labor, the risk of miscarriage, ease or difficulty of inducing labor, and fertility of an individual. Additional embodiments of the device determine dimensions of the fornix vaginae and dilation of the cervix uteri.
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