Male Urethral Stent Catheterization

The spanner is lubricated and then inserted via the urethra until the proximal tip of the device is located in the bladder. A syringe is then used to inject 5cc sterile water into the balloon. Once filled, the balloon is seated into the bladder neck by applying gentle traction to the introducer. The physician then releases the anchor from the introducer by pulling back on the introducer handpiece. Once released, the introducer is removed from the urethra by continuing to apply traction. The last step of insertion is to trim the retrieval tether to the physician's preferred length.

With the spanner properly placed, patients will be able to void normally. When the patient feels the need to void, the external sphincter will open, allowing urine to pass from the bladder, through the stents, and out of the urethra. When voiding is complete, the sphincter will again close and allow the patient to remain dry. Spanner removal is completed by simply locating the black retrieval tether of the device and applying traction to it. This will remove a plug from the balloon and allow it to drain. Once the balloon is drained, the device can be removed by continuing to apply gentle traction to the retrieval tether.

The following is important prescribing information regarding the spanner stent. For more information on the spanner prosthetic stent, contact Abiumor Medical using the information located on this screen, or visit us on the web at www.thespanner.com.