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Short Bevel Spinal Needle – 25g x 2.5", 18366
$136.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-18366
- Packing Info:
- 1/Each
- Usually Ships:
- 7 - 10 Business Days
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Description
The Avanos 18366 (formerly Halyard/Kimberly-Clark) is a Short Bevel Spinal Needle. This needle is specifically engineered for precision and tactile feedback during spinal anesthesia and diagnostic lumbar punctures.
The model number specifies its dimensions: 25 Gauge thickness and 2.5 inches (64 mm) in length.
Key Features
Short Bevel (Quincke Style) Tip: Features a 30-degree short bevel. This design is highly valued by clinicians for providing distinct tactile feedback ("the pop") as it penetrates the ligamentum flavum and the dura mater.
Thin 25-Gauge Profile: The narrow diameter is designed to minimize tissue trauma and reduce the incidence of Post-Dural Puncture Headaches (PDPH) compared to larger gauge needles.
Shorter 2.5-Inch Length: At 64 mm, this needle is shorter than the standard 3.5-inch spinal needle, making it an excellent choice for pediatric patients or adults with very thin anatomy where a longer needle would be difficult to manage.
Metal Stylet: Includes a precisely fitted metal stylet that prevents tissue coring (the removal of a small cylinder of skin or ligament) during the initial insertion, ensuring the needle lumen remains clear.
Translucent Plastic Hub: The "Carolina Blue" color-coded hub (standard for 25G) is translucent, allowing for immediate visualization of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flashback to confirm successful entry into the subarachnoid space.
Technical Specifications
Model Number: 18366
Needle Gauge: 25 G
Needle Length: 2.5 inches (64 mm)
Tip Style: Short Bevel / Quincke
Hub Color: Carolina Blue (Standard for 25 Gauge)
Sterility: Sterile, Single-Use
Packaging: Sold in cases of 25 units.
Primary Uses
Pediatric Spinal Anesthesia: The combination of a fine 25G gauge and a shorter length makes it a preferred tool for anesthesia in children or infants.
Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture: Used for the collection of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in patients with a low body mass index (BMI).
Superficial Spinal Injections: Ideal for the delivery of anesthetics or therapeutic agents in the cervical or thoracic spine where the target space is often closer to the skin surface.