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DEBAKEY VASCULAR DILATOR SET, 19 CM
DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm (190 mm / 7.5″) is the gold-standard cardiovascular and peripheral vascular surgical instrumentation set designed for atraumatic lumen dilation, vessel calibration, and overcoming vasospasm during coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), carotid endarterectomy, and arteriovenous (AV) fistula creation. Each dilator features an anatomically malleable shaft that bends smoothly to follow tortuous vascular architecture without kinking, tipped with a micro-polished atraumatic olive/bullet tip that prevents intimal dissection or vascular perforation. Complete sets range in graduated increments from 0.5 mm up to 5.0 mm (available up to 7.0 mm). Available in three certified manufacturing quality tiers: German Industry Grade, UK Industry Grade, and Pakistani First-Grade (Grade A+). 100% resilient to 134°C steam autoclaving, UPA coded, backed by registered tax e-invoicing and Alreda Medical’s unconditional Direct Replacement Warranty in Cairo.
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What is the DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm and what is its primary surgical function?
The DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm (190 mm / 7.5 inches) is a specialized surgical set designed to gently expand stenosed, spasming, or small-caliber blood vessels and verify lumen dimensions prior to vascular anastomosis. Featuring flexible malleable shafts and micro-polished olive-shaped tips, these dilators enable cardiothoracic, vascular, and transplant surgeons to navigate tortuous arterial and venous anatomy atraumatically, dispersing radial pressure evenly across the vessel wall to prevent intimal flaps, endothelial trauma, or mural perforation.
Clinical Significance of DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm in Cardiovascular & Microvascular Reconstruction
In high-precision vascular procedures—such as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), carotid endarterectomy, distal lower extremity revascularization (femoral-popliteal/tibial bypass), and pediatric cardiac surgery—accurate assessment of the internal luminal diameter is critical to anastomotic patency. The DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm provides reliable calibrating precision. By gently introducing successively larger dilators, the surgeon overcomes reactive intraoperative vasospasm and ensures an optimal size match between the native artery and the harvesting conduit (saphenous vein or internal mammary artery).
The standard 19 cm (190 mm) length offers the ideal balance between deep surgical reach and delicate fingertip control. It provides ample clearance for deep femoral or retroperitoneal vessels while remaining sufficiently nimble for delicate coronary arteriotomy testing without cumbersome excess weight. The malleable shaft can be custom-contoured by hand to mirror any unique patient anatomy, allowing smooth passage through sclerotic or tortuous plaques without applying shearing force to fragile endothelial surfaces.
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Manufacturing Quality Tiers for DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm
To satisfy strict institutional supply protocols across university teaching hospitals, military medical complexes, and specialized surgical centers, Alreda Medical supplies the DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm across three certified manufacturing tiers:
1. DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm – German Industry Grade (German Grade)
Precision-milled box lock hinge that eliminates shank play, laser-aligned jaw serrations for atraumatic micro-occlusion, anti-glare satin finish for bright surgical theater environments, and exceptional resistance to repeated high-pressure autoclave cycles.
Crafted from premium German surgical-grade stainless alloys, this tier features malleable shafts engineered to withstand hundreds of hand-contouring bends without metal fatigue or snapping. The olive tips are mirror-buffed to microscopic smoothness, with laser-etched metric size markings that remain permanently legible through continuous 134°C steam autoclave cycles.
2. DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm – UK Industry Grade (UK Grade)
High-tensile British surgical stainless steel providing responsive spring-back action during ratchet engagement, lightweight ergonomic balance, and reduced operator hand fatigue.
Manufactured from high-tensile British surgical stainless steel offering superior tactile feedback that communicates the subtle mechanical resistance of the vascular wall to the surgeon’s fingers, paired with lightweight knurled handles that prevent hand fatigue during multi-level peripheral revascularization.
3. DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm – Pakistani First-Grade (Pakistani 1st Grade / Grade A+)
Heat-treated surgical stainless steel providing dependable clinical reliability and cost-effective durability for day-care procedural rooms, emergency trauma suites, and outpatient clinics.
Forged from heat-treated surgical stainless steel providing smooth atraumatic tips, reliable shaft flexibility, and full autoclave resilience at an economical price point, making it the preferred standard for emergency trauma suites, vascular access clinics, and regional hospital operating rooms.
Metallurgical Precision & Diameter Graduations of DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm
The engineering architecture of the DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm is calibrated to eliminate abrupt dimensional transitions that could tear vessel walls. Each dilator features an olive or bullet-shaped distal bulb that gently tapers back to the narrower malleable shaft, ensuring that the vessel is only dilated to the precise calibrated caliber.
- Standard Diameter Increments:
- Micro-Caliber (0.5 mm, 1.0 mm, 1.5 mm): Designed for coronary endarterectomies, distal coronary anastomoses, and digital microvascular surgery.
- Intermediate Caliber (2.0 mm, 2.5 mm, 3.0 mm, 3.5 mm): The primary workhorse sizes for radial artery conduits, carotid bifurcations, and AV fistula outflow veins.
- Macro-Caliber (4.0 mm, 4.5 mm, 5.0 mm up to 7.0 mm): Engineered for common femoral, popliteal, and synthetic PTFE/Dacron vascular graft calibrations.
- Knurled Cylindrical Handle: Provides tactile, slip-free rotational stability during insertion, clearly marked with the exact metric size for rapid identification by the scrub nurse and surgeon.
Technical Specifications Table for DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm
| Technical Parameter | Clinical & Metallurgical Specification |
|---|---|
| Standard Instrument Pattern | DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm (190 mm / 7.5″) |
| Overall Length per Dilator | 19 cm (190 mm / 7.5 inches) |
| Graduated Size Range | Set of 10 to 14 dilators: 0.5 mm, 1.0 mm, 1.5 mm, 2.0 mm, 2.5 mm, 3.0 mm, 3.5 mm, 4.0 mm, 4.5 mm, 5.0 mm (up to 7.0 mm) |
| Tip Geometry | Atraumatic olive-shaped / bullet-shaped micro-polished distal tips |
| Shaft Flexibility | Malleable, ductile shaft capable of repeated manual contouring |
| Metallurgical Alloy | Medical-Grade Austenitic & Martensitic Stainless Steel (AISI 304/420 Equivalent) |
| Autoclave Resilience | 100% Steam Autoclave-Proof at 134°C (273°F), Plasma & EtO Compatible |
| Regulatory Standards | ISO 13485:2016, CE Mark, UPA (Egyptian Unified Procurement Authority) Coded |
Institutional Supply & UPA Procurement of DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set at Alreda Medical
Operating from our central headquarters at 31 El Rashidy St, Kasr El Aini, Cairo, Alreda Medical maintains verified ready stock of the DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm available for immediate nationwide hospital delivery. Every set undergoes strict optical micrometer inspection for diameter calibration, surface mirror finish, and shaft malleability. All institutional orders are supplied with registered tax e-invoices, full Egyptian Unified Procurement Authority (UPA) coding, and our binding Direct Replacement Warranty Policy against any metallurgical or manufacturing defect.
Frequently Asked Questions About DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set 19 cm (FAQ)
Why are DeBakey vascular dilators designed with malleable shafts?
Because arteries and veins follow naturally tortuous curves, the malleable shaft allows the surgeon to bend the instrument by hand to match the patient’s unique anatomy, eliminating shear stress and preventing mural perforation.
What is the clinical role of DeBakey dilators in AV Fistula creation?
They are utilized to measure the internal diameter of the cephalic vein and radial artery prior to anastomosis and to relieve acute surgical vasospasm, ensuring optimal outflow and long-term fistula maturation.
What manufacturing grades are available for DeBakey Vascular Dilator Set at Alreda Medical?
Alreda Medical provides German Industry Grade (fatigue-resistant malleable shafts and mirror-buffed olive tips), UK Industry Grade (high tactile sensitivity and ergonomic balance), and Pakistani Grade A+ (cost-effective durability for day-care and emergency suites).
Is this instrument compliant with the Egyptian Unified Procurement Authority (UPA)?
Yes, it is officially coded and registered with the UPA, 100% resistant to 134°C steam autoclaving, supplied alongside registered tax e-invoicing, and backed by our unconditional Direct Replacement Warranty.
