Guyon Urethral Bougies 17 Fr.

Clinical Application

Used to establish and maintain urethral patency and to calibrate lumen diameter to 17 French. Common indications include dilation of short urethral strictures, facilitation of catheter or instrument passage during cystoscopy, urethral catheter exchanges, and intraoperative urethral assessment. In clinical practice the bougie is advanced gently under appropriate anesthesia and lubrication; it is typically used as part of a graduated dilation sequence rather than forceful single-step enlargement. Careful technique minimizes the risk of urethral trauma and false passage.

Design & Configuration

The straight, rigid shaft provides tactile feedback and controlled directional stability during insertion, which helps the operator negotiate the urethral lumen and identify resistance from strictures. A smooth, highly polished surface reduces friction, while the atraumatic rounded tip minimizes mucosal injury during passage. The simple single-piece geometry is intended for reliable, direct guidance of catheters and instruments to the bladder or through a stenotic segment.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Urethral bougie / dilator (Guyon pattern)
• Size: 17 Fr
• Configuration: Rigid, straight shaft
• Tip: Rounded, atraumatic tip for smooth passage
• Typical use: Urethral dilation, lumen calibration, catheter/instrument guidance
• Material: Medical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Constructed from medical-grade stainless steel with a smooth, polished finish to reduce friction and facilitate atraumatic insertion. Designed for repeated use and compatible with standard sterilization processes used for reusable urologic 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