Clinical Application
Used to calibrate and dilate the urethra and to facilitate catheter placement or guidewire passage during urologic procedures. The 12 Fr diameter is commonly selected for light to moderate dilation or when confirming urethral patency in diagnostic and therapeutic settings, including management of short-segment strictures, pre-catheterization assessment, and perioperative urethral calibration.
Design & Configuration
The straight, slender geometry with an atraumatic tapered tip is designed to advance through the urethral lumen with minimal mucosal disruption while preserving tactile feedback. This configuration helps clinicians negotiate slight anatomic curvature without excessive force, improving control during blind insertion and decreasing the risk of false passages. A smooth polished surface reduces friction during passage and facilitates atraumatic exchange with catheters and guidewires.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Guyon urethral bougie
- Size: 12 Fr
- Configuration: Straight, tapered profile with atraumatic tip
- Primary use: Urethral calibration, dilation, catheter guidance
- Reusable instrument suitable for standard reprocessing
Material & Construction
Constructed for reusable clinical use in surgical and procedural environments. Standard stainless steel construction with a polished finish provides rigidity for controlled passage and a smooth surface to minimize trauma. The instrument is compatible with typical surgical reprocessing protocols for reusable stainless-steel 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