Manual Vacuum Extractor Set

Description

A Manual Vacuum Extractor Set is an obstetric instrument system used to assist vaginal delivery when additional traction is required in the second stage of labour. It works by creating controlled negative pressure inside a specially designed suction cup that attaches to the fetal scalp, allowing the clinician to apply gentle traction in synchrony with maternal contractions. The set is fully hand-operated, making it particularly useful in environments where electrical power is limited or unreliable.

A typical set includes:

• Interchangeable obstetric suction cups in different diameters for various fetal head sizes.

• A manual vacuum pump that generates and maintains negative pressure.

• A calibrated vacuum gauge to monitor the level of suction for safety.

• Tubing and connectors linking the cup, bottle and pump, designed for easy assembly and cleaning.

• A collection bottle and robust carry case that keep the system organised and portable.

Key benefits for healthcare facilities

• Enables assisted delivery without electricity, ideal for low-resource or emergency settings.

• Provides an alternative to obstetric forceps, with the potential for fewer maternal soft-tissue injuries when used correctly by trained staff.

• Portable, compact design simplifies transport between labour rooms, theatres and outreach locations.

• Reusable components (where designed for sterilisation) can help reduce long-term consumable costs.

Typical users and applications

Manual vacuum extractor sets are intended for use by trained obstetricians and midwives in hospitals, maternity centres and clinics. They are employed for operative vaginal delivery in clearly defined clinical situations, such as prolonged second stage of labour or when assisted delivery is indicated and all prerequisites are met. When combined with proper training and adherence to obstetric guidelines, this set can become a reliable, low-maintenance tool for safe, timely assistance during childbirth.