A novel medical suction device for improved visibility and accessibility of the uterotomy site during Cesarean section

1. Fragestellung: Prototyping of a new suction device for uterotomy during Cesarean section. 2. Methodik: A novel fan-shaped suction device was tested in a sponge model simulating bleeding from a transverse uterine incision. Quantitative and qualitative differences in visibility of the operating field were measured. 3. Ergebnisse: Using the same suction force, 100% liquid was removed using the novel device compared to 51% using the standard Yankauer device. The novel device provided continuous visibility of 73% compared to maximal visibility of 43% using the Yankauer suction device. 4. Schlussfolgerung: The suct…