Patent ID: 6390975
Filing Date: 2002-05-21
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
A speculum for use in connection with an otoscope for performing a procedure using one of an elongated probe and needle, the speculum comprising:a sidewall generally tapered in shape, the sidewall having an exterior surface and proximal and distal ends, the proximal end of the sidewall being configured for engagement with the otoscope, the distal end of the sidewall having configured for insertion into an ear canal, the exterior surface of the sidewall having an open groove thereon opening outward from the speculum and extending from the proximal end of the sidewall toward the distal end of the sidewall, the sidewall further having an opening therethrough located distally of the groove,: the groove being sized and shaped to receive a needle/probe at the proximal end of the sidewall, and the groove being; aligned to direct the needle/probe from the proximal end of the sidewall, through the opening, and into the ear canal beyond the distal end of the sidewall.