BD Whitacre 409442 High-Flow Pencil Point Spinal Needle | 25G x 4-11/16" | Luer Hub | 10/Box | New

Expiration: 2027/04/30

The BD Whitacre 409442 is a specialized, long-length high-flow pencil point spinal needle engineered for subarachnoid anesthesia and lumbar puncture procedures. Featuring a precision-formed Whitacre tip designed to spread dural fibers rather than cut them, this needle significantly reduces the incidence of post-dural puncture headaches (PDPH) while optimizing cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow and visualization.

Product Details

• Manufacturer: BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company)
• Brand: BD Whitacre™
• Model / Catalog Number: 409442
• Product Name: High-Flow Pencil Point Spinal Needle
• Product Type: Conduction anesthesia spinal needle
• Needle Gauge: 25 Gauge
• Needle Length: 4-11/16 inches (4.69 in / 11.8 cm) — Long Length
• Tip Style: Whitacre pencil point / non-coring side-port tip
• Hub Material: Polypropylene window hub
• Hub Type / Color Code: Luer Hub / Blue-coded
• Cannula Material: Medical-grade Stainless Steel
• Quantity Included: 10 spinal needles per shelf pack / box
• Unit of Measure: 1 Box (10/BX)
• Application: Spinal anesthesia, diagnostic lumbar puncture, and intrathecal drug administration
• Latex & DEHP Status: Not manufactured with natural rubber latex
• Condition: New
• Sterility Status: Sterile, single-use, individually wrapped (Ethylene Oxide sterilized)

Key Features

• Pencil-point Whitacre tip spreads dural fibers upon entry to minimize CSF leakage and reduce PDPH risk
• Long length (4-11/16") design provides optimal reach for larger or deep-tissue anatomical profiles
• High-flow interior geometry enhances CSF return velocity and clear fluid identification
• Precision-machined side orifice ensures targeted, directional delivery of local anesthetics
• Translucent window hub allows immediate visual confirmation of cerebrospinal fluid flashback
• High tip column strength minimizes cannula bending or displacement when advancing through spinal ligaments