Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are one of the most effective long-term, reversible birth control methods . Behind each successful IUD placement lies a quality IUCD kit—a precision-put-together set of instruments that guarantees safety, accuracy, and patient comfort. SMB Corporation of India offers a disposable IUCD insertion kit that has become a trusted choice for gynaecologists across the country. In this article, we’ll explore what an IUCD kit is, examine the components found in SMB’s kit, discuss its advantages, and highlight t key considerations for healthcare providers.
An IUD kit (IUD Insertion / Removal kit) is a set of sterile instruments and accessories used to safely insert or remove an IUD. Physicians require a set of instruments like forceps, tenacula, scissors, sounds, to complete the Insertion procedure with minimum trauma and maximum precision. An optimally designed kit makes the insertion process easier, decreases procedure time, and ultimately leads to improved patient comfort and results.
SMB's disposable IUCD insertion kit is designed for single use to guarantee sterility and prevent risks of cross-contamination. With all equipment provided in one kit, SMB makes inventory easier for clinics and hospitals while ensuring standard quality levels.
SMB's IUCD kit consists of instruments required for IUD insertion and Removal :
A serrated-jaw sponge holder utilized to apply antiseptic solutions on the cervix or to manage bleeding in gynaecological operations. It is one of the most common instrument used in gynecological practice.
Double-hooked surgical instrument that is employed to stabilize the cervix by hooking the anterior lip. Pozzi Tenaculum Forceps has been specially designed for optimal traction of the cervix.Its thinner end offers the practitioner a better visibility and the locking mechanism facilitates gripping, making it both more accurate and stronger.
Learn more about its role in successful IUD procedures in our dedicated blog on the Pozzi Tenaculum Forceps.
Straight or curved-bladed surgical scissors are employed to cut IUD strings after the device has been inserted.
For more insights into their precision and ergonomic benefits, read Thread-Cutting Scissors: Suturing Excellence in IUD Procedures.
A hysterometer also known as a uterine sound is a graduated instrument used to measure the depth of the uterine cavity..
A narrow, flexible hook or forceps for finding and retrieving IUD threads in the event of retraction within the endocervical canal or uterine cavity. This is a single-use, sterile device which provides safe and effective retrieval of the lost threads.
Explore the full advantages in Explore the Benefits of the IUD Thread Retriever: Sterile, Single-Use Tool.
These five basic instruments together constitute SMB's IUD Insertion and Removal Kit and address all phases from pre-insertion antiseptic use to final thread check.
IUCD kits—such as SMB's—must be on the shelf at any clinic or hospital that provides IUD services. Common indications are:
SMB's disposable kit is especially valuable in high-volume facilities, like family planning camps or government health centres, where instrument turnaround and sterility are essential.
Although SMB's IUCD kit is disposable and pre-sterilized, it's essential to follow best practices:
Compliance with the above ensures patient safety and is in accordance with infection control standards.
The IUCD kit is the pillar of any safe, effective IUD insertion or removal procedure. SMB Corporation of India's disposable kit puts together all the necessary instruments—Cheron forceps, Pozzi tenaculum, thread-cutting scissors, probe/hysterometer, and thread retriever—in one sterile package. By simplifying procedures, improving patient comfort, and reducing infection risk, SMB's IUCD kit enables healthcare professionals to provide superior-quality reproductive care.
Whether you are a gynaecologist in a busy city hospital or a healthcare provider at a rural health centre, investing in SMB's IUCD kit is a guarantee that you have the appropriate tools in front of you for accurate, painless, and efficient IUD services. For further information or to order, check the website of SMB Corporation of India.