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Tuohy Epidural Needle 25ea/box - 18324, 18324
$375.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-18324
- Packing Info:
- 25/Case
- Usually Ships:
- 7 - 10 Business Days
- Notice:
- Due to regulatory requirements, this item can only be shipped to customers who have a valid Medical license on file. To add your license information, please click here
Description
The Avanos 18324 is a Tuohy Epidural Needle. It is a specialized, long-reach medical needle used by anesthesiologists and pain specialists to access the epidural space for regional anesthesia or the placement of an epidural catheter.
This specific model is designed with an extra-long shaft (4.5 inches), making it suitable for larger patients or procedures requiring deeper needle advancement than a standard 3.5-inch needle.
Key Features
Tuohy Tip Design: Features a curved, directional bevel. This design provides significant tactile feedback ("loss of resistance") as it passes through the ligamentum flavum into the epidural space. The curve also helps guide an epidural catheter safely away from the dura mater.
20 Gauge Diameter: A standard mid-sized gauge that provides a balance between structural stiffness for precise steering and an internal diameter large enough to accommodate most standard epidural catheters.
4.5-Inch Length (approx. 11.4 cm): Significantly longer than the standard 3.5-inch needle, this length is essential for patients with a higher Body Mass Index (BMI) or for specific anatomical approaches where the epidural space is deeper.
Yellow Color-Coded Plastic Hub: The hub is color-coded Yellow according to international standards for 20 Gauge needles, ensuring quick identification.
1 cm Depth Markings: The needle shaft is etched with visible bands every 1 cm to allow the clinician to monitor the depth of insertion accurately in real-time.
Removable Wings: Equipped with clear plastic wings that provide a secure "pincher" grip for maximum control during insertion. These can be removed if the clinician prefers a wingless technique.
Metal Stylet: Includes a precision-fitted metal stylet that prevents tissue coring (plugging the needle with skin or fat) and ensures the needle maintains its integrity during advancement.
Technical Specifications
Model Number: 18324
Needle Type: Tuohy Style
Gauge: 20G
Length: 4.5 Inches (114.3 mm)
Hub Type: Plastic, Yellow
Sterility: Sterile, Single-Use
Packaging: Typically sold in cases of 25 units
HCPCS Code: A4215