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Glass Syringe, 5 mL, Luer Lock, 18908
$301.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-18908
- Packing Info:
- 10/Case
- Usually Ships:
- 7 - 10 Business Days
Description
The Avanos 18908 is a 5 mL Glass Loss of Resistance (LOR) Syringe featuring a Luer Lock tip. It is the Luer Lock counterpart to the 18907 (which has a slip tip) and is specifically designed for the delicate task of identifying the epidural space.
Key Features
Luer Lock Security: Unlike slip-tip models, the Luer Lock connection allows the syringe to be twisted onto the needle, providing a secure, leak-proof attachment. This is particularly useful during high-pressure resistance checks or when using extension sets.
Precision-Ground Glass: The barrel and plunger are precision-ground to eliminate friction. This "frictionless" movement is essential for the clinician to feel the exact moment the needle passes through the ligamentum flavum into the epidural space.
Exceptional Tactile Feedback: Because glass does not "bind" like plastic, it offers superior tactile sensitivity, making it the preferred choice for many anesthesiologists performing epidural anesthesia.
High Visibility: Features a clear glass barrel with etched orange graduation markings, ensuring easy monitoring of the volume of saline or air used during the procedure.
Technical Specifications
Model Number: 18908
Volume: 5 mL (5 cc)
Material: Medical-grade Glass
Tip Type: Luer Lock (Metal or Glass-reinforced)
Plunger Style: Flat Top
Sterility: Sterile, Individually Packaged
Packaging: 10 units per case
Primary Clinical Use
The 18908 is a specialty tool for Epidural Space Identification:
The syringe is filled with a small amount of saline or air and locked onto the epidural needle.
The clinician applies constant, gentle pressure to the plunger while advancing the needle.
While in dense tissue, the plunger will not move (high resistance).
The moment the needle enters the epidural space, the resistance vanishes, and the plunger slides forward effortlessly—confirming correct needle placement before the catheter is threaded.