Bakes dilators from 3 to 11 mm set with 9

Bakes dilators are medical devices used in endoscopic procedures for the dilation of the bile ducts, which are the tubes that carry bile from the liver to the gallbladder and then to the small intestine. These dilators are specially designed to allow easier and safer access during procedures such as endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).

The key feature of Bakes dilators is that they have a malleable stem. This means that the stem of the dilator is flexible and can be molded or curved depending on the patient's anatomy and the shape of the bile ducts. This is essential to be able to navigate the ducts accurately and minimize the risk of damage.

These dilators generally come in different sizes, with diameters ranging from 3mm to 11mm. The range of sizes allows the doctor to choose the appropriate dilator based on the size and specific characteristics of the patient's bile ducts.

During the procedure, the doctor inserts the Bakes dilator through an endoscope and carefully guides it through the bile ducts. The malleable stem of the dilator allows it to avoid curves and obstructions, facilitating the gradual expansion of the bile duct to the desired diameter. This can be crucial in cases of narrowing or blockages of the bile ducts that need to be dilated to allow proper flow of bile.