A tubular instrument used to look into an opening of the body, such as the nose or ear.<\/p>\n
A surgical instrument which is inserted into an opening in the body such as a nostril or the vagina to keep it open in order to allow a doctor to examine the inside.<\/p>\n
Instrument inserted into and used to hold open a body cavity (e.g., vagina) for examination.<\/p>\n
An instrument used to examine the vagina and cervix.<\/p>\n
An instrument used to hold open a body passageway such as the vagina for an examination such as a pelvic examination or a procedure. Before insertion, the speculum usually is warmed with lukewarm water. When inserted, the speculum allows the doctor a clear view of the cervix and permits a Pap smear\u00a0to be done easily. A smaller speculum is available to accommodate small vaginal openings; larger ones are used for procedures that require more exploration than usual.<\/p>\n
An instrument for inserting into and holding open a cavity of the body, such as the vagina, rectum, or nasal orifice, in order that the interior may be examined.<\/p>\n
An instrument designed to aid the examination of the various openings on the surface of the body. Many specula are provided with small electric lamps so placed as to light up the cavity of the mouth, ear, nose, rectum or vagina.<\/p>\n
An instrument for examination of canals or hollow organs.<\/p>\n
An instrument used to widen an opening of the body to make it easier to look inside.<\/p>\n
A device utilized to expand the aperture of a canal or hollow space with the purpose of facilitating the examination of its inner region.<\/p>\n
An instrument designed to keep a bodily opening (orifice) expanded, allowing a medical professional to conduct an examination. For instance, a speculum is employed for procedures like cervical smears or gynecological swabs.<\/p>\n
A medical tool, occasionally equipped with reflectors or electric lights, employed for inspecting the interior of bodily cavities.<\/p>\n
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