Clinical Application
Provides controlled percutaneous access to the maxillary antrum for procedures such as antral puncture and lavage, aspiration of retained secretions, collection of cultures, and direct instillation of topical medications. The luer-compatible hub enables straightforward connection to syringes, irrigation lines, or suction tubing, making it suitable for both office-based ENT procedures and operating-room use where minimally invasive access to the sinus is required.
Design & Configuration
The trocar-style sharp tip facilitates predictable penetration of the antral wall with minimal force, while the 1.8 mm shaft diameter minimizes mucosal trauma and bleeding risk. The 10.5 cm working length is selected to reach the maxillary antrum from common external and intraoral approaches without excessive shaft length that can impede control. The luer hub provides a secure, standardized interface for syringes and irrigation or suction connectors, supporting efficient fluid management and specimen recovery during the procedure.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Trocar needle
- Pattern / model: Eicken
- Configuration: Luer hub for syringe/tubing connection
- Length: 10.5 cm
- Tip diameter: 1.8 mm trocar tip
- Typical use: Antral access for irrigation, aspiration, culture sampling, and medication delivery
- Construction: Medical-grade stainless steel; reusable design
Material & Construction
Manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel to provide shaft rigidity and corrosion resistance appropriate for repeated clinical use. The luer-compatible hub is integrated to support secure connections to syringes and irrigation/suction tubing. Designed for reuse and reprocessing per 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