Endometrial sampling device.

摘要

An endomentrial sampling device comprises a handle (12) and a specimen collection probe (14) which has at least one groove (22) adjacent the distal end thereof, the groove (22) having a scraping edge formed by the peripheral surface of the probe (14) and a sidewall of the groove (22), the sidewall intersecting the peripheral surface at an acute angle. A plurality of grooves (22) may be provided, each having scraping edges. The handle (12) has means (46, 52) for determining by feel the orientation of the probe when inserted in the uterus of a patient.