Table 1 Relevant characteristics of the four commercially available bougies tested
Bougie | Length (cm) | Diameter (Fr) | Angulated tip | Construction material | Product |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Venn reusable | 60 | 15 | 2.5 cm / 35° | inner: polyester outer: resin | Smiths Medical |
Boussignac | 70 | 15 | 2.5 cm / 40° | polyether block amide | Vygon |
Portex single-use | 70 | 15 | 2 cm / 35° | polyvinyl chloride | Smiths Medical |
Frova | 70 | 14 | 3 cm / 30° | polyethylene | Cook Medical |