Product Description
What this product is and who it's for
The Avanos Tuohy epidural needle (20G x 6.0") is a long, winged epidural (Tuohy‑style) needle used in regional anaesthesia and pain procedures where a Tuohy needle is specified. It is intended for purchase by hospitals, clinics, and licensed healthcare professionals who require a sterile, single‑use Tuohy needle in this gauge and length.
Specifications
- Gauge: 20 G.
- Length: 6.0 inches (approx. 152 mm).
- Hub: plastic hub with wings for handling and needle control.
- Depth marking: sliding depth indicator / 1‑cm graduations are provided on the needle shaft according to product listings.
- Sterility and sterilization: supplied sterile; manufacturer lists ethylene oxide sterilization and single‑use.
- Pack configuration: sold as units with manufacturer packaging; common commercial pack is 25 units per case (1 CS = 25).
What is included
- Per unit: one sterile Tuohy epidural needle (20G x 6.0").
- Common commercial sale: case quantity commonly shown as 25 needles per case.
- Commonly assumed but not included: epidural catheter, syringes, or local anaesthetic — these are not included unless explicitly listed by the seller.
Condition and packaging
- Manufacturer specification lists the needle as sterile and single‑use; packaging is manufacturer sealed. The supplied photograph for this listing is a placeholder and does not show the physical product; buyers should confirm the seller’s packaging photos before purchase.
Usage notes
- This is a prescription medical device intended for use by licensed clinicians trained in epidural/neuraxial procedures.
- Single‑use only. Dispose after use according to local sharps and biohazard regulations.
Limitations and regulatory / purchasing notes
- Cannot confirm lot, expiry date, or serial/UDI from images — those are unit‑specific and are not depicted here.
- Some suppliers restrict sales to licensed medical facilities or verified resellers; expect account verification for purchase from certain distributors.
Warnings
- Do not use if sterile packaging is opened or damaged. Verify sterility before use.
- This listing does not include an epidural catheter or LOR syringes unless the seller explicitly states otherwise.
- The attached photograph for the listing is a placeholder and does not confirm physical condition or exact hub colour on arrival; request product photos if hub colour or wings style is critical.
