Rib Spreader-Approximator

Rib Spreader & Scapula Retractor 2 pairs of blades, stainless steel, spread: 8-1/4" (21.0 cm), arm length: 8-1/4" (21.0 cm), fixed blades: 2-1/2" x 1-3/4" deep (6.4 x 4.4 cm), scapula blades: 2" x 2" deep (5.1 x 5.1 cm) Harken Rib Spreader & Scapula retractor is a highly versatile instrument that is used in cardiothoracic surgical procedures. This stainless steel rib spreader is designed with two arms each with a fixed fenestrated blade that can be adjusted to different spread distances. Additionally, it comes equipped with two adjustable scapular retractors for bracing the scapula.

Sternal Retractors - Aluminum aluminum arms & blades, ratchet bar stainless steel Cooley Sternal Retractors are ideally used during cardiothoracic procedures to help create and maintain a sufficient opening in the sternum to allow comfortable access to the surgical field. This instrument comes equipped with aluminum arms and blades as well as a stainless steel ratchet bar. This sternal retractor comes in a variety of different sizes to accommodate neonatal, newborn, infant and pediatric cases.

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 aluminum Casataneda Rib Spreader is a uniquely designed cardiothoracic instrument ideal for use in pediatric patients. This aluminum spreader has two arms which seamlessly transition into the attached blade structures. The arm and blade design on this instrument give the blades more length than traditionally thus transferring the pressure over a larger surface area and causing less deformity in smaller patients delicate structures. This instrument is available in three sizes: newborn, infant and child.