Clinical Application
Designed to facilitate controlled dilation and guidewire passage within the extrahepatic biliary system, this instrument is intended for use during biliary surgery and percutaneous or endoscopic biliary interventions. The 1 mm caliber provides a fine initial dilating option for tight strictures, cannulation assistance, or as an adjunct in staged dilation strategies prior to stent placement or definitive repair.
Design & Configuration
The slender, tapered shaft and atraumatic tip minimize mucosal trauma while allowing precise negotiation of narrow segments of the ductal lumen. At 30 cm overall length the instrument reaches deep into the biliary tree from standard surgical and percutaneous entry points, providing the working length needed for intra-abdominal and transhepatic approaches. The smooth, polished profile reduces resistance during passage and supports controlled advancement over a guidewire when used as part of an over-the-guidewire technique.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Bakes bile duct dilator
- Caliber: 1 mm
- Overall length: 30 cm
- Tip: Atraumatic, tapered
- Intended use: biliary dilation and cannulation assistance
- Construction: stainless steel, reusable
Material & Construction
Constructed of surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for a smooth, low-friction surface suitable for repeated clinical use. Reusable design supports standard cleaning, inspection, and sterilization workflows used in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers.
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