Doane “Z” Retractor

ball snap closure, w/ teeth Carbon Fiber Radiolucent Lateral Blade is an added component to be used alongside the cervical retractor for general purpose soft tissue retraction. All six blades are made from stainless steel and a ball snap closure making them a tight fit. Each blade also features teeth giving them added hold in retraction. They are available in variety of sizes making it possible to find a suitable blade for soft tissue retraction in a number of neurosurgical scenarios and approaches to the spinal cord. Additionally this instrument is radiolucent which allows it to be left in place during x-ray and can be seen through.

6.0 mm distal tip, 7" (17.5 cm) Blount Knee Retractor is a specialized instrument that is made for use in arthroplasty surgeries. The long narrow portion of this can be slid above the capsular ligament at the joint. It can also be fit around knee implants and thus is suitable for use in knee revision.

standard pattern Charnley Initial Incision Retractor is a unique instrument specifically designed for use in retraction at the beginning of surgical intervention when the first incision is made. An ideal tool for a vase array of neurosurgical procedures because it securely open up the surgical field to give unobstructed access. This retractor set includes a frame, a long blade, short blade as well as a weight on a chain.

hinged arms, 4x4 sharp prongs, 17.0 mm deep, 12-1/8" (31.0 cm)Beckman Laminectomy Retractor is made for use in neurosurgical procedures of the spinal cord. Specifically this retractor can be used in laminectomy procedures in which the lamina of the vertebrate is removed. This retractor can be used to push aside the muscle and soft tissue layers that lie directly above the spinal cord. The ring handles and ratcheting mechanism make it easy to operate manually and to lock into the appropriate width. Additionally this retractor has sharp prongs and hinged arms to keep a firm grip on the tissue it is retracting.