Rib Spreader-Approximator

Titanium, 2 pairs of interchangeable blades, spread: 2" (52.0 mm), arm length: 1-5/8" (40.0 mm), blades: 3/8" long x 3/5" deep (10.0 mm long x 15.0 mm deep), 3/4" x 3/5" (20.0 mm long x 15.0 mm deep) Pediatric sternal retractor is used in pediatric thoracic operations to separate the chest and allow surgeons to access the heart and lungs. It is made of non-magnetic, blue anodized titanium, and thus is extremely strong and lightweight.

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.

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.

Rib Spreader stainless steel Finochietto Infant Rib Spreader is uniquely designed to fit the smaller size of an infant's rib cage white maintaining the same level of strength as the full sized instruments. This instrument features two arms which each have one windowed blade extending from them to allow a securing fit throughout the procedure. Additionally, this spreader is available with straight arms as well as curved to fit a wide variety of patient needs.