摘要 |
<p>. A removal device is disclosed for removing an electrode from a fetus. Fetal heartbeat is measured prior to birth, and whereas devices are provided to install an electrode through the vagina and cervix of a woman in labour, these electrodes are often difficult to remove and sometimes tear the fetal epidermis. The present device comprises a tube to fit over electrode wires from a holder member having a spiral coil first electrode with a pointed tip located at a front end, the tube has sufficient length to pass through a vagina and cervix of a woman in labour, an engagement slot is provided on at least one end of the tube to engage the holder member and allow the electrode to be unscrewed and removed.</p> |