BD Quincke Spinal Needle 400106 - 23G x 3.5" (90mm), Turquoise Hub

BD Quincke Spinal Needle | 23G x 3.5" | 400106

The BD 400106 is a high-precision spinal access instrument engineered for 2026 clinical standards in lumbar puncture and spinal anesthesia. Featuring the classic Quincke bevel, this needle is designed to spread dural fibers longitudinally rather than cutting them. This technique preserves the structural integrity of the dura mater, significantly reducing the incidence of post-dural puncture headaches (PDPH).

The 23-gauge profile offers an ideal clinical middle ground, providing a fast enough flow rate for rapid Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) visualization while remaining thin enough to maximize patient comfort during insertion.

Key Performance Features

• Dural Fiber Spreading: The precision-ground Quincke tip is engineered to "part" the longitudinal dural fibers upon entry. This promotes faster hole closure post-extraction, minimizing the risk of a persistent CSF leak.

• Translucent Luer-Lok™ Hub: Features a tinted, high-clarity hub that provides "contact clarity" for the immediate visualization of CSF. This allows clinicians to confirm correct needle placement in the subarachnoid space instantly.

• Key/Slot Stylet Alignment: A unique mechanical arrangement between the stylet and cannula hubs ensures the bevel is always oriented correctly relative to the dural fibers, eliminating intraoperative guesswork.

• Fitted Stylet Technology: The stylet is precision-matched to the needle lumen to prevent tissue coring (the "cookie cutter" effect) during insertion, ensuring the needle remains patent for fluid collection.

• Superior Column Strength: Constructed from high-tensile surgical stainless steel, the 400106 offers excellent resistance to deflection, allowing for a predictable trajectory even in patients with challenging spinal anatomy or calcified ligaments.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: BD (Becton Dickinson)

• Product Code: 400106

• Gauge: 23G

• Length: 3.5 inches (90 mm)

• Tip Type: Quincke Point

• Hub Color: Turquoise (Standardized 23G coding)

• Hub Type: Translucent Luer-Lok™

• Format: Sterile, Single-Use, Disposable

Clinical & Institutional Advantages

• Reduced Complication Rates: By utilizing a fiber-spreading tip, facilities can improve patient outcomes by lowering the rates of debilitating post-procedural headaches.

• Rapid Diagnostic Confirmation: The high-flow 23G lumen and clear hub allow for efficient CSF pressure measurement and sample collection, reducing total procedural time.

• Institutional Value: Sourcing genuine BD overstock provides clinics with the world's most trusted spinal access brand while optimizing the cost-per-case for high-volume neurology and pain management programs.

Ideal Applications

• Neurology: Diagnostic lumbar punctures for CSF analysis.

• Anesthesiology: Administration of spinal anesthesia for obstetric or lower-extremity surgeries.

• Radiology: Myelograms and other contrast-enhanced spinal imaging.

• Oncology: Intrathecal chemotherapy delivery.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: NEW — Genuine BD Overstock.

• Packaging: Original OEM individual sterile peel-pack; factory seals are 100% intact.

• Storage: Guaranteed sterile and factory-sharp. Maintained in a climate-controlled, medical-grade environment to ensure the stainless steel integrity and sterile barrier are preserved.