Clinical Application
Used to assess and gently dilate the urethral lumen, the instrument provides tactile feedback when traversing strictures or false passages and serves as a guide for atraumatic catheter placement. Common indications include urethral calibration prior to endoscopic procedures, staged dilation of urethral strictures, and facilitating the insertion of indwelling or temporary catheters when standard catheters cannot pass.
Design & Configuration
The slender, tapered profile with a smooth rounded tip minimizes mucosal trauma during passage. The combination of a semi‑flexible shaft and a controlled proximal grip allows the operator to negotiate natural urethral curvature while maintaining sufficient column strength to transmit gentle advancement. The atraumatic finish reduces friction and the risk of urethral abrasion, improving patient comfort and procedural control.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: urethral bougie (dilator / catheter guide)
- Pattern / model: Guyon
- Size: 14 Fr
- Configuration: single tapered atraumatic tip; flexible shaft
- Typical use: urethral calibration, dilation, and catheter guidance in urology
- Material: polished stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Constructed from corrosion‑resistant stainless steel with a polished, low‑friction surface to ease insertion and reduce tissue drag. The shaft balance provides flexibility for navigation of the urethral canal while maintaining sufficient stiffness for controlled advancement. Designed for repeated use after appropriate cleaning and sterilization.
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