Clutton Urethral Bougies 26/30

Clinical Application

These instruments are intended for urethral calibration and dilation in adult urologic procedures. The dual-caliber design supports progressive dilation and assessment of urethral calibre during stricture management, preoperative calibration, catheter exchange, and when establishing or confirming a lumen prior to urethroplasty or endoscopic intervention. The 26 Fr and 30 Fr sizes correspond to commonly used adult calibers (26 Fr ≈ 8.7 mm; 30 Fr = 10.0 mm), allowing clinicians to select a larger diameter when indicated for definitive dilation or for passage of larger-caliber catheters and sheaths.

Design & Configuration

The Clutton pattern is provided as a straight, double-ended bougie with two distinct calibers on a single instrument. This configuration facilitates rapid upsizing without exchanging instruments, minimizing procedure time and instrument handling. Smooth, tapered atraumatic tips reduce mucosal shear during insertion and negotiate short strictures more safely. The rigid stainless-steel shaft gives controlled tactile feedback for traversing fibrotic segments and allows the operator to apply steady, evenly distributed force for dilation under direct or indirect visualization.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Urethral bougie (dilator)
• Pattern / model: Clutton
• Configuration: Double-ended, straight (26 Fr / 30 Fr)
• Tip: Smooth, tapered atraumatic tips
• Typical use: Urethral calibration, dilation, stricture assessment, catheter guidance
• Material: Polished stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes (intended for repeated sterilization and use)

Material & Construction

Manufactured from polished stainless steel to provide a smooth, low-friction surface for atraumatic insertion. The robust, rigid construction delivers consistent tactile feedback and controlled force transmission during dilation. Finished surfaces are compatible with standard sterilization processes used for reusable surgical instruments.

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