Category: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Estimated Date: 1880
Name: Uterine Dilator, Goodells
Manufacturer: A.S. Aloe

Description: 13” forceps with checkered ebony handles. The end is an irregular narrow piece which is joined on each arm by a clamp which spreads as it is spread. At the end by the handle there is a gauge which goes through the other arm and can be locked in a measured position. The handles are tapered away from the axis of the instrument at about 45 degrees.

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