Guyon Urethral Bougies 16 Fr.

Clinical Application

Used primarily in urology for atraumatic dilation and calibration of the male urethra, this 16 French bougie facilitates passage of urinary catheters, assists in evaluation and management of partial urethral strictures, and can be used to establish urethral access prior to internal urethrotomy or dilation procedures. It is suitable for use in operating rooms, ambulatory surgery centers, and clinic settings by urologists and trained clinicians. Proper lubrication and gentle, controlled technique are essential to avoid urethral trauma or creation of false passages.

Design & Configuration

The Guyon pattern features a smoothly tapered shaft terminating in an atraumatic rounded tip so the device can be advanced with minimal mucosal abrasion. The semi-rigid profile provides enough stiffness to transmit controlled advancement while retaining flexibility to follow the natural urethral curvature. A 16 French diameter corresponds to a common adult catheter caliber and is selected when dilation or confirmation of that luminal size is indicated.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Urethral bougie (dilator)
• Pattern / model: Guyon
• Configuration: Single tapered dilator with rounded tip
• Size: 16 Fr
• Clinical use: Urethral dilation, calibration, and catheter guidance
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Designed for repeated clinical use, the instrument is finished to a smooth surface to minimize friction during insertion. Construction supports routine cleaning and sterilization workflows appropriate for reusable urologic instruments and is intended for use within established reprocessing 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