BD Epidural Needle Perisafe™ 3-1/2 Inch Modified Point Type 20 Gauge Tuohy Style

Epidural Needle Perisafe™ 3-1/2 Inch Modified Point Type 20 Gauge Tuohy Style

This epidural needle is a Perisafe Tuohy style needle with a modified point and a 20 gauge format. It fits buyers who need a sterile needle for epidural procedures and want details that support placement awareness and insertion feel. Notable details include calibrated depth markings, a polypropylene hub, and a one-piece plastic stylet.

Good Fit For

• Epidural procedure setups
• Buyers looking for calibrated depth markings on an epidural needle
• Workflows where a plastic stylet is preferred

Key Features

• 20 gauge Tuohy style epidural needle for epidural procedure workflows
• Modified point design with a needle heel made to help minimize catheter shearing
• Calibrated depth markings support awareness of needle placement depth
• One-piece plastic stylet helps prevent tissue coring
• Lighter stylet design is intended to enhance tactile feel during insertion
• Polypropylene straight hub with medical grade stainless steel needle construction

Applications and Usage

• Selecting a sterile epidural needle for procedural trays or department stock
• Supporting needle placement awareness during insertion with calibrated markings
• Choosing a Tuohy style needle with a stylet intended to help prevent tissue coring

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 2 Inch.
• Material: Plastic.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This needle is a 20 gauge Tuohy style option, so buyers should confirm it matches their procedural preference.
• The product uses a straight polypropylene hub rather than an alternate grip style.
• A plastic stylet is included, which may matter for buyers standardizing insertion feel across similar needles.

FAQ

• What type of needle is this? This is an epidural needle in a Tuohy style with a modified point.
• Does this epidural needle have depth markings? Yes. The needle has calibrated depth markings to assist with awareness of needle placement depth.
• What gauge is this needle? This needle is 20 gauge.
• Does it include a stylet? Yes. The needle uses a one-piece plastic stylet fitted to help prevent tissue coring.
• Is the needle sterile? Yes. This epidural needle is sterile.

From Perisafe by BD.