Van Buren Urethral Bougies 36FG

Clinical Application

Designed for urology procedures requiring controlled urethral dilation and calibration. This 36FG bougie is used to enlarge or confirm urethral caliber, negotiate strictures, and facilitate passage of large-bore catheters or endoscopic instruments during diagnostic and therapeutic interventions in adult patients. It is intended for use by urologists and trained clinical staff in operating rooms, procedure suites, and ambulatory surgery centers.

Design & Configuration

The instrument features a semirigid shaft with a tapered distal profile and a smooth, rounded tip to minimize mucosal trauma during passage. The combination of sufficient rigidity and controlled flexibility allows clinicians to transmit tactile feedback while negotiating the natural curvature of the male urethra, improving control when dilating strictured segments or guiding catheters into place. The single-caliber 36FG sizing provides a predictable lumen size for procedures that require a larger working channel.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Urethral bougie
• Pattern / model: Van Buren
• Configuration: Semirigid, tapered dilator with atraumatic tip
• Size: 36FG
• Typical use: Urethral dilation, calibration, catheter facilitation
• Reusable: Suitable for repeated sterilization and clinical use

Material & Construction

Constructed from durable surgical-grade materials engineered for repeated use and facility sterilization. The smooth surface finish reduces friction during insertion and eases cleaning between cases. Reusable design supports routine decontamination and sterilization workflows in hospitals and clinics.

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