Tenaculum
Tenaculum
Tenaculum (pronunciation: tɪˈnakjʊləm) is a surgical instrument, usually classified under. It is used primarily in the field of gynecology and obstetrics for the purpose of holding and stabilizing tissues during surgical procedures.
Etymology
The term 'Tenaculum' is derived from the Latin word 'tenaculum', which means 'holder'. It is a diminutive form of the Latin word 'tenax' meaning 'holding fast' or 'tenacious'.
Description
A tenaculum is typically a long, slender instrument with a handle at one end and a sharp, hook-like tip at the other. The sharp tip is used to pierce and hold the tissue in place, while the handle is used to manipulate the instrument. It is commonly used in procedures such as cervical biopsy, dilation and curettage, and hysteroscopy.
Related Terms
- Forceps: Another surgical instrument used to grasp and hold tissues.
- Speculum: A medical tool used to investigate body orifices, with a mechanism to dilate the opening for better viewing.
- Cervix: The lower part of the uterus in the human female reproductive system.
- Biopsy: A medical test involving extraction of sample cells or tissues for examination to determine the presence or extent of a disease.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tenaculum
- Wikipedia's article - Tenaculum
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