Rib Spreader

Aorta Retractor double-ended, blades w/ fine teeth, 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) & 5/8" (1.6 cm) long blades, 1/2" (1.3 cm) wide, 8" (20.3 cm) Cooley Aorta Retractor is ideally used in cardiothoracic surgeries in which aortic retraction is necessary. This instrument is comprised of premium German operating-room grade stainless steel. It is formed into a flat double-ended windowed metal strip with each blade equipped with fine teeth. This retractor is cleanly designed for optimal control when aortic retraction is necessary while allowing the surgical field to remain accessible.

Crawford Aorta Retractor Crawford Aorta Retractor is a specialized surgical instrument made for aortic retraction in cardiothoracic surgeries. This aortic retractor can be used in procedures such as in aortic valve replacement where an incision is made around the aorta and the retractor can be used to expose the valve. This instrument is available in two blade sizes to accommodate a wide array of patients and aortic sizes.

Rib Spreader w/ traditional curved arms Finchietto Rib Spreader is designed with traditional curved arms. This instrument is ideally used in cardiothoracic surgeries to create and maintain a space between the ribs to allow clear access to the surgical field. These spreaders come with a traditional slight curvature to the arms giving them a contour that allows a more secure fit and hold. Additionally, this instrument is available in three sizes with varying spread 6", 8" and 10".

Rib Spreader - Child child size, 2 pairs of blades, spread: 6-1/4" (16.0 cm), arm length: 4-1/8" (10.5 cm), blades: 7/8" x 1" (2.3 cm x 2.5 cm), 1-1/4" x 1-3/8" (3.3 cm x 3.5 cm), 1-5/8" x 1-3/8" (4.3 cm x 3.5 cm), 1-3/4" x 2" (4.5 cm x 5.0 cm) Burford-Finochietto Rib Spreader is a highly-customizable instrument utilized in cardiothoracic procedures that is formed from aluminum and is used to keep the surgical field accessible in pediatric patients. This rib spreader comes equipped with two curved arms and is designed to allow a dispersal of pressure over a larger surface area reducing deformation.