Devices and methods for cervix measurement

Abstract

The present invention provides several devices and methods for determining dimensions of female reproductive organs. In one embodiment, a device for determining a dimension of a female reproductive organ includes a hollow member having a lumen, a measurement member insertable into the lumen of the hollow member and having a measurement scale disposed along a proximal portion, and a flange having a body offset substantially perpendicular to the hollow member. A device having a measurement member with a distal end extending substantially perpendicular to a main body, and an outer member with an open face and a space for advancement therethrough of the measurement member, wherein the outer member slidably engages the measurement member, is also provided.

1 . A device for determining a dimension of an organ comprising: 
 a measurement member having a main body, a distal end having a portion extending substantially perpendicular to the main body, and a measurement scale along the member, and an outer member having a space for advancement therethrough of the measurement member,    wherein the outer member slidably engages the measurement member.    
   
   
       2 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein the outer member comprises a plurality of extensions configured to secure the measurement member within the space of the outer member.  
   
   
       3 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein the space of the outer member interlocks with the measurement member to slidably engage the measurement member.  
   
   
       4 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein the portion of the distal end of the measurement member extending substantially perpendicular to the main body comprises a shape chosen from the group consisting of a tear-drop shape and a circular shape.  
   
   
       5 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein the measurement member is angular in cross-section.  
   
   
       6 . The device of  claim 5 , wherein the space of the outer member is angular in cross-section and configured to slidably engage the measurement member.  
   
   
       7 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein the outer member is rectangular in cross-section.