DeBakey Vascular Dilator 3.5mm, 35cm

Clinical Application

This long-shaft vascular dilator is used to perform controlled, atraumatic dilation of small- to medium-caliber vessels and conduits. Its 3.5 mm tip diameter is appropriate for preparing lumens for cannulation, introducing shunts or catheters, and creating an atraumatic channel for vascular grafts or tunneled conduits. The 35 cm length provides reach for deeper exposure or tunneled pathways encountered in peripheral and reconstructive vascular procedures.

Design & Configuration

The instrument’s long, slim shaft and tapered, atraumatic (bullet) tip allow graduated dilation with minimal endothelial disruption. The tapered geometry helps the operator establish a controlled passage and facilitates the smooth introduction of cannulae or graft material while reducing the risk of catch or intimal injury. The extended length is beneficial when working in confined or deep operative fields where additional reach is required.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Vascular dilator (DeBakey pattern)
• Overall length: 35 cm
• Working tip diameter: 3.5 mm
• Tip design: Atraumatic, tapered (bullet) tip for gentle lumen entry
• Intended use: Dilation of vessel lumens, facilitating cannulation and graft/tunnel placement
• Construction: Reusable surgical instrument

Material & Construction

Manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel for durability and repeated sterilization cycles. The smooth, slim profile supports atraumatic passage through lumens and aids cleaning and sterilization workflows associated with reusable vascular 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