Van Buren Urethral Bougies 33FG

Clinical Application

Designed for urologic use, this curved urethral bougie is intended for urethral calibration, progressive dilation, and as a guide for catheter placement in patients with urethral narrowing. Commonly used by urologists, genitourinary surgeons, and emergency/ambulatory procedural teams, it facilitates negotiation of the male urethral curvature and controlled dilation of strictures prior to definitive therapy.

Design & Configuration

The instrument’s Van Buren curvature follows the natural anatomic course of the male urethra, allowing clinicians to advance the device with reduced mucosal shear. A smooth, rounded, tapered tip provides atraumatic initial passage and controlled enlargement as the instrument is advanced. The single-piece, semi-rigid geometry delivers direct tactile feedback, helping clinicians differentiate resistance caused by normal anatomy versus fibrotic strictures and permitting precise, incremental dilation.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Urethral bougie (Van Buren pattern)
• Size: 33 FG
• Configuration: Curved, tapered sound with rounded tip; single-piece design
• Tip: Smooth, rounded, tapered dilating tip to minimize mucosal trauma
• Typical use: Urethral calibration, dilation, and catheter guidance
• Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel with polished finish
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with a polished surface to minimize friction and tissue adherence. The single-piece construction reduces joints where biological material can accumulate and supports repeated reprocessing. The instrument is intended for reusable use and is compatible with routine high-level disinfection and steam sterilization workflows when reprocessed according to facility protocols.

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