Bougie

A bougie is a flexible, narrow tube used in medical procedures, especially to help guide or measure the size of a passageway like the esophagus or airway. It is inserted carefully to assist with tasks such as placing a feeding tube, intubation, or dilating a narrowed pathway. Bougies come in various sizes and materials, and healthcare professionals use them to ensure procedures are safe and accurate. They are essential tools that help facilitate successful interventions without causing unnecessary trauma or discomfort.