Quincke Spinal Needle, 23G x 3.5", Brown

$139.95

Description

Technical Specifications

Quincke Point: A traditional cutting-tip design. It provides excellent tactile feedback as it passes through the various tissue layers (skin, ligamentum flavum, and dura mater), allowing the clinician to "feel" the drop when entering the subarachnoid space.
Translucent Plastic Hub: Designed for rapid visualization of "flashback." The clarity of the hub allows the medical professional to immediately see the appearance of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).
Fitted Stylet: The stylet prevents "coring" (the removal of a small plug of skin or tissue) during insertion, which protects the needle's lumen and ensures it remains sterile and unobstructed.
Matched Bevel Orientation: The hub often features a notch or indicator that aligns with the bevel of the needle, ensuring the clinician knows exactly how the cutting edge is oriented within the patient.

The 18338 is clinically indicated for accessing the spinal canal for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Common Clinical Use Cases:

Lumbar Puncture (Diagnostic): Collecting CSF samples for analysis in cases of suspected meningitis, autoimmune disorders, or neurological conditions.
Spinal Anesthesia: Injecting local anesthetics for surgeries of the lower body. The 23G size is often chosen for patients with a smaller frame or those at higher risk for post-spinal headaches.
Myelography: Injection of contrast dye for imaging the spinal cord and nerve roots.

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