Clinical Application
Designed for atraumatic passage through the urethra to establish or confirm urethral patency, this 14 Fr Guyon bougie is used for controlled dilation, calibration, and as an introducer for catheters or stents. It is commonly used during urology procedures where progressive dilation or precise sizing is required, and when a rigid guide is preferred to provide tactile feedback while traversing strictures or narrow segments.
Design & Configuration
The straight, slender shaft with a tapered, rounded tip facilitates smooth entry and minimizes mucosal trauma. A rigid metal profile gives the operator direct tactile feedback to sense resistance and passage through the urethral lumen, aiding safe, incremental dilation and reliable guidance of Foley catheters or other devices over the bougie. The polished finish reduces friction and improves ease of insertion when used with appropriate lubricants.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Guyon urethral bougie
- Size: 14 Fr
- Configuration: Straight rigid probe with tapered, rounded tip
- Primary uses: Urethral calibration, dilation, catheter exchange/introduction
- Construction: Polished surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Designed for repeated use following proper cleaning and sterilization
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with a polished surface to reduce tissue adherence and facilitate passage. The solid metal construction provides stiffness for tactile feedback during dilation and device guidance. The instrument is intended for reuse and is compatible with standard cleaning and steam sterilization workflows when processed according to facility protocol.
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