Urethral Sounds
Urethral sounds are smooth, curved metal rods used to dilate the urethra and to treat or assess urethral strictures. A highly polished finish and a gentle curve make them easier to pass. Medfort makes Van Buren sounds in single sizes and sets (codes SI-070701 to SI-070712).
Where they are used
They are used in urology clinics and departments, operating theatres, and outpatient procedures.
Our range
- Van Buren urethral sounds: 8, 10, 12 and 14 Charr. and larger
- Single sizes and sets
Material and finish
All instruments in this category are made from surgical grade stainless steel to AISI, ASTM and DIN standards, imported from Germany, Japan and France. Each piece is heat-treated to the right hardness for its job, then polished to a satin finish that reduces glare under theatre lights. Joints are fitted by hand so they move smoothly without play, and every instrument is checked before it is packed.
How to choose
Sounds are passed in order of size, starting small and moving up gradually. Choose a set that covers the range of sizes your clinicians use. Always use plenty of lubricant and pass sounds gently, without force.
Quality control
Every Medfort instrument passes several checks before it leaves our workshop. We check the hardness after heat treatment, inspect jaws, teeth and serrations for correct alignment, test that ratchets lock and release smoothly, and look for any surface defects. Finished instruments are passivated to improve corrosion resistance, then cleaned, marked and packed.
Building a complete set
Instruments in this category are often ordered together with related instruments to make a complete procedure set. Tell us the operations you perform and the instruments you already have, and we will suggest the patterns, lengths and quantities that complete your set. Sets can be supplied loose, on trays or in stainless steel boxes.
Care and sterilization
Rinse instruments straight after use so blood and tissue do not dry on. Open all joints, then clean them by hand or in a washer-disinfector with a neutral pH detergent. Rinse, dry thoroughly and lubricate hinges with instrument milk. All items are suitable for standard steam sterilization (autoclave). Inspect them regularly, and repair or replace any that are worn or damaged.
Ordering and custom sizes
You can order single instruments, mixed quantities or complete sets, and we supply hospitals, clinics, distributors and government tenders. If you need a pattern, length or size that is not listed, send us a drawing, a sample or a catalogue reference and we will quote for it. We also offer OEM and private label manufacturing, with your logo laser-etched on the instrument and your own packaging. Please contact us for prices, delivery times and shipping to your country.
Frequently asked questions
What does Charr. mean? Charriere, the French gauge used for catheters and sounds.
Can I buy a set? Yes. Sounds are available singly or in sets.
Why choose Medfort
- Manufactured in Sialkot, Pakistan, the world's centre of surgical instrument making
- Surgical grade stainless steel to AISI, ASTM and DIN standards
- ISO 9001, ISO 13485 and CE marked manufacturing
- OEM and private label manufacturing available
- Single instruments, bulk orders and complete sets
Need a quote, a custom size or a complete set? Email [email protected] or call +92 349 0444976.
