Designed for precise epidural space identification and catheter placement, Avanos Medical Tuohy Epidural Needles feature a curved distal tip engineered to reduce the risk of accidental dural puncture and ensure smooth catheter directional control. Constructed with high-tensile stainless steel shafts, clear plastic hubs, and precision-matched stylets, these single-use sterile needles provide optimal tactile feedback during loss-of-resistance (LOR) techniques. Depth markings along the needle shaft assist clinicians in monitoring insertion depth across standard, pediatric, and deep-tissue lumbar procedural pathways.
| SKU | Product | Key Technical Details |
| Avanos Medical-183A06 | Epidural Needle, Lumbar Tuohy, 17G x 3½” (25/CS) | 17G x 3.5″ (89 mm), Tuohy tip, clear plastic hub, sterile |
| Avanos Medical-183A21 | Epidural Needle, Tuohy, 25G x 3½” (25/CS) | 25G x 3.5″ (89 mm), Tuohy tip, clear plastic hub, sterile |
| Avanos Medical-183A23 | Tuohy Epidural Needle, 17G x 6″ (25/BX) | 17G x 6.0″ (152 mm), Tuohy tip, deep tissue length, plastic hub |
| Avanos Medical-183A07 | Tuohy Epidural Needle, 18G x 3½” (25/BX) | 18G x 3.5″ (89 mm), Tuohy tip, clear plastic hub, sterile |
| Avanos Medical-183A021 | Tuohy Epidural Needle, 18G x 6″ (25/CS) | 18G x 6.0″ (152 mm), Tuohy tip, deep tissue length, plastic hub, sterile |
| Avanos Medical-183A12 | Tuohy Epidural Needle, 20G x 3½” (25/BX) | 20G x 3.5″ (89 mm), Tuohy tip, clear plastic hub |
| Avanos Medical-18324 | Tuohy Epidural Needle, 20G x 4½” (25/BX) | 20G x 4.5″ (114 mm), Tuohy tip, extended length, plastic hub |
| Avanos Medical-183A28 | Tuohy Epidural Needle, 20G x 6″ (25/BX) | 20G x 6.0″ (152 mm), Tuohy tip, deep tissue length, plastic hub |
| Avanos Medical-18302 | Tuohy Epidural Needle, 22G x 2½” (25/CS) | 22G x 2.5″ (64 mm), Tuohy tip, short length, plastic hub |
| Avanos Medical-183107 | Tuohy Epidural Needle, 22G x 3½” (25/BX) | 22G x 3.5″ (89 mm), Tuohy tip, clear plastic hub |
| Avanos Medical-183A27 | Tuohy Epidural Needle, 22G x 4¼” (25/CS) | 22G x 4.25″ (108 mm), Tuohy tip, extended length, plastic hub |
Features
- Curved Tuohy Tip: Guides catheters and lowers dural puncture risk.
- 1 cm Markings: Clear shaft indicators allow easy depth tracking.
- Clear Luer Hub: Provides fast visual check for blood or CSF flashback.
- Matched Stylet: Fits flush to prevent tissue coring on entry.
- Varied Sizes: Available in 17G–22G and 2.5″–6″ lengths for any anatomy.
Specifications
- Product Type: Tuohy Epidural Needle
- Gauge Options: 17G, 18G, 20G, 22G, 25G
- Shaft Length Options: 2.5″ (64 mm), 3.5″ (89 mm), 4.25″ (108 mm), 4.5″ (114 mm), 6″ (152 mm)
- Hub Style: Clear Plastic Luer Lock
- Tip Configuration: Curved Tuohy Tip
- Sterility: Sterile, single-use
- Prescription Status: Prescription Required (Rx Only)
- Product Weight:3.5″ Standard Length Models: Single Unit: 0.03 lbs | Box / Case Pack (25 Units): 0.75 lbs4.25″ – 6″ Deep-Tissue Models: Single Unit: 0.04 lbs | Box / Case Pack (25 Units): 0.95 lbs
- Packaging Units: 25 needles per box/case (25/BX or 25/CS)
Configurations
- Avanos Medical-183A06: Epidural Needle, Lumbar Tuohy, 17G x 3½”, Plastic Hub, Sterile (25/CS)
- Avanos Medical-183A21: Epidural Needle, Tuohy, 25G x 3½”, Plastic Hub, Sterile (25/CS)
- Avanos Medical-183A23: Tuohy Epidural Needle, 17G x 6″, Plastic Hub (25/BX)
- Avanos Medical-183A07: Tuohy Epidural Needle, 18G x 3½”, Plastic Hub, Sterile (25/BX)
- Avanos Medical-183A021: Tuohy Epidural Needle, 18G x 6″, Plastic Hub, Sterile (25/CS)
- Avanos Medical-183A12: Tuohy Epidural Needle, 20G x 3½”, Plastic Hub (25/BX)
- Avanos Medical-18324: Tuohy Epidural Needle, 20G x 4½”, Plastic Hub (25/BX)
- Avanos Medical-183A28: Tuohy Epidural Needle, 20G x 6″, Plastic Hub (25/BX)
- Avanos Medical-18302: Tuohy Epidural Needle, 22G x 2½”, Plastic Hub (25/CS)
- Avanos Medical-183107: Tuohy Epidural Needle, 22G x 3½”, Plastic Hub (25/BX)
- Avanos Medical-183A27: Tuohy Epidural Needle, 22G x 4¼”, Plastic Hub (25/CS)
