Bakes Bile Duct Dilator 12mm, 30cm

Clinical Application

This instrument is intended for controlled dilation of the extrahepatic biliary system during hepatobiliary procedures. It is used to progressively dilate the common bile duct during open or laparoscopic choledochotomy to facilitate stone extraction, introduce stents, place T‑tubes or accommodate retrieval instrumentation. The 12 mm nominal diameter provides a commonly required lumen size for passage of endoscopic or surgical devices while minimizing abrupt radial stress on the duct.

Design & Configuration

The long 30 cm shaft provides reach into the distal and proximal extrahepatic biliary tree from an abdominal or retroperitoneal approach. A tapered, smoothly contoured tip enables gradual, atraumatic dilation as the instrument is advanced, reducing the risk of focal tearing. The slender profile and continuous taper allow the surgeon to control the rate and extent of dilation manually, important when creating a controlled working lumen for stone removal or device placement.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Bakes bile duct dilator
• Model/pattern: Bakes
• Length: 30 cm
• Nominal dilating diameter: 12 mm
• Tip: smooth, tapered dilating tip
• Intended use: dilation of common bile duct and extrahepatic biliary ducts during choledochotomy and related hepatobiliary procedures
• Reusable construction

Material & Construction

Constructed for reusable surgical use from corrosion‑resistant surgical stainless steel with a polished surface finish to minimize tissue drag and facilitate cleaning and sterilization. The single-piece shaft and tapered tip geometry support repeated use and routine hospital reprocessing.

Quality & Compliance

Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.

Brand Comparison

Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.

Availability & Returns

• In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
• Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
• Returns: 30-day return policy