Adjustable vaginal anchor for uterine tamponade device and methods of using the same

摘要

A device for use with a uterine tamponade apparatus, such as the Bakri postpartum hemorrhage balloon, is disclosed. The device comprises an adjustable anchor for deployment within the vagina to securely retain the balloon in its proper position within the uterine cavity, allowing the balloon to function as intended for the control and management of postpartum hemorrhage and uterine bleeding. Methods of use of the vaginal anchor are also disclosed.

主权项

1. An apparatus for controlling hemorrhage in a body cavity comprising:
a catheter comprising a longitudinal body having a proximal end and a distal end and at least one drainage lumen extending therebetween; an expandable tamponade device located at the distal end of the catheter, the tamponade device configured for insertion into the body cavity; a retention device for securing the apparatus within the body cavity, the retention device comprising at least one collar slidably movable along the longitudinal catheter body, the at least one collar comprising a top collar having an inner surface adapted for engagement with the catheter longitudinal body, and a bottom collar located proximal to the top collar and spaced from the top collar, and first and second arms that are connected to the top and bottom collars, respectively, the first and second arms both moveable between a first radially contracted position and a second radially expanded position and a locking mechanism for maintaining the first and second arms in the expanded position.