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- EpiGlide Tuohy Needle, 17G x 3.5", Violet, 25/pk, 4 pk/cs
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Busse Hospital Disposables, Inc.
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MPN: 578
- Phone: (631) 435-4711
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Frequently asked questions
What is the primary use of the EpiGlide Tuohy Needle?
The Busse EpiGlide Tuohy Needle is a specialized medical disposable designed for use in epidural procedures and regional anesthesia applications. The key benefit of this product is the EpiGlide configuration, which provides a precise needle geometry engineered for controlled and effective access during these sensitive clinical applications.The needles maintain a consistent 3.5-inch length across all available gauges (17G, 18G, and 20G).
What specialized benefits does the EpiGlide configuration provide?
The Busse Tuohy Needle utilizes the EpiGlide Configuration, a specialized design intended to optimize the performance of epidural procedures.
Key benefits associated with this specialized design include:
- Smoother Advancement: The design is engineered to support easier and more controlled movement of the needle during placement.
- Enhanced Application: This specialization helps to improve the overall precision and simplicity of the clinical procedure.
Which high-quality gauge sizes are offered?
The Busse Tuohy Needle, featuring the specialized EpiGlide configuration, is consistently 3.5 inches in length and offered in three distinct, color-coded gauge options to meet diverse procedural requirements:
- 17 Gauge (G): Violet
- 18 Gauge (G): Pink
- 20 Gauge (G): Yellow
These factory-new needles are supplied in bulk packaging: 25 units per pack, with 4 packs per case (100 total units).
What is the standard needle length?
The Busse EpiGlide Tuohy Needle features a standardized length of 3.5 inches.
This consistent 3.5-inch length applies to all available gauge options, including 17 Gauge (Violet), 18 Gauge (Pink), and 20 Gauge (Yellow).
Is the Busse Tuohy Needle sold in bulk packaging?
Yes, the Busse EpiGlide Tuohy Needles are supplied in bulk packaging, which is ideal for high-volume professional medical environments and supports efficient inventory management.
All available configurations (17G, 18G, and 20G) feature a standardized packaging structure:
- Needles per Pack: 25 units
- Packs per Case (Purchase Unit): 4 packs
- Total Needles: 100 units per case
Are the EpiGlide Tuohy Needles factory new?
Yes, these Busse Tuohy Needles are guaranteed to be in Factory New condition.
As a crucial medical device, this ensures the instruments are unused, pristine, and ready for immediate and safe clinical application.
The needles also feature the specialized EpiGlide Technology design, which is intended to optimize smooth insertion, particularly during epidural procedures.
Are the needle sizes color-coded?
Yes, the Busse EpiGlide Tuohy Needles employ a standardized color-coding system for fast and accurate identification of the gauge size during specialized medical procedures. This system helps professionals quickly differentiate between the configurations.
The gauge sizes and their corresponding color codes are:
| Gauge Size | Color Code |
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| 17G | Violet |
| 18G | Pink |
| 20G | Yellow |
It is also worth noting that regardless of the gauge selected, the needle length remains consistent at 3.5 inches across all variants.
How many needles are included per case?
The Busse Tuohy Needles are packaged for high-volume professional use. Each full case contains a total of 100 Factory New needles, configured for efficiency as follows:
- 4 inner packs per case
- Each inner pack holds 25 needles
Is this Tuohy Needle designed with EpiGlide technology?
Yes, this product is specifically designated as the Busse EpiGlide Tuohy Needle. The EpiGlide technology implies a specialized design optimized for epidural applications. This unique feature is intended to enhance functionality and ensure both smooth insertion and precise placement during medical procedures.
What procedures use these EpiGlide Tuohy needles?
The Busse EpiGlide Tuohy Needles are specialized medical disposables designed for epidural and regional anesthesia applications.
These needles feature the specialized EpiGlide configuration, which is implied to enhance the procedure’s precision and effectiveness. They are available in a consistent 3.5-inch length and come in multiple gauges to suit various clinical needs:
- 17G (Violet)
- 18G (Pink)
- 20G (Yellow)