SteriFlow™ Spinal needles (Quincke & Pencil Point)

Product description

Precision is essential during subarachnoid anesthesia and diagnostic lumbar punctures. The needle must provide reliable access to the subarachnoid space with minimal tissue trauma and attention to patient comfort. A stable, well-controlled puncture supports the healthcare professional in performing the procedure efficiently and carefully.

SteriFlow™ spinal needles have been developed for the precise execution of spinal anesthesia and diagnostic punctures. They are available in both Quincke and Pencil Point versions, allowing the choice to be tailored to clinical  reference, puncture technique, and patient situation.

The Quincke needle has a sharp, cutting tip and is suitable for a direct and controlled puncture. The Pencil Point needle is designed with an atraumatic tip, aimed at spreading rather than cutting the dural fibres. This can help limit tissue trauma and patient discomfort after the puncture. Scientific literature shows that atraumatic Pencil Point needles are associated with a lower incidence of post-dural puncture headache compared to conventional cutting needles.
Thus, the Pencil Point version supports a patient-centered approach in procedures where precision, control, and comfort are important.¹

^{1 Rochwerg B, et al. Atraumatic (pencil-point) versus conventional needles for lumbar puncture: a clinical practice guideline. BMJ, 2018.}