Rib Retractors

Carotid Retractor Henly Carotid Retractor is ideally suited for cardiothoracic surgical use as a carotid retractor thought it has some other applications as well. The ring handle design makes it easy to manipulate while the addition of the third retractor blade makes it uniquely suited for increased access to the surgical field. A complete set includes a modified weitlaner frame and comes with three center blades.

Sternal Retractor - Adult adult size Ankeney Sternal Retractor is ideally used for cardiothoracic surgical procedures. It is most effectively used as a sternum separator allowing access to the surgical field and is unique designed with a self-retaining rack and pinion action for optimal function. This adult size retractor includes 6 detachable swivel blades.

Direction of widest blade upon placement determines whether left or right, length: 6-1/2" (16.5 cm), spread: 3-3/4" (9.5 cm), large blade: 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) wide x 3" (7.5 cm) deep, small blade: 1" (2.5 cm) wide x 2-1/8" (5.4 cm) deep Darling Popliteal Retractor is ideally used in cardiothoracic surgical procedures. These retractors can be used when surgical maneuvers require manipulation and retraction of the popliteal veins and arteries. The unique scissor handle designs affords optimal maneuverability for delicate placement and retraction. The direction of the widest blade upon placement determines if it is left or right and this instrument is available in both.

Atrial Valve Retractor Cooley Atrial Valve Retractor is a uniquely designed for use in cardiothoracic surgical procedures. This instrument is used particularly for atrial valve retraction and is perfectly suited to do so because of its bulb shaped handle for firm handling and angled head piece to allow manipulation while leaving the surgical field accessible. This instrument is available in three sizes: small, medium and large all of which are for a right sided approach. A left sided approach instrument is also available to accommodate a variety of surgical uses.