Clinical Application
This dilator is intended for controlled, atraumatic dilation of vascular lumens and vessel openings during vascular and endovascular procedures. It is used to expand arterial or venous access sites, create a smooth tract for graft or catheter placement, and to gently dilate arteriotomies or venotomies to facilitate instrument or conduit passage while minimizing endothelial trauma.
Design & Configuration
The straight, tapered geometry provides progressive enlargement from the distal atraumatic tip toward the shaft, allowing stepwise dilation with tactile feedback. The 19 cm overall length offers reach for peripheral and proximal vessel work while maintaining surgeon control. The rounded, non‑cutting tip reduces the risk of intimal abrasion during introduction and manipulation.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Vascular dilator
- Pattern / model: DeBakey
- Size: 9.0 mm tip diameter
- Overall length: 19 cm
- Tip pattern: Atraumatic, tapered rounded tip
- Typical use: Dilation for graft, catheter, or introducer passage in vascular procedures
- Material: Surgical‑grade stainless steel
- Reusable
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical‑grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and durability for repeated clinical use. The smooth, highly polished surface minimizes tissue adherence and facilitates cleaning and reprocessing. Designed for repeated reprocessing and use in surgical environments.
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