Balfour Abdominal Retractor 18cm

Clinical Application

Provides stable, hands-free exposure of the abdominal cavity during open procedures. The three-blade configuration offers broad lateral retraction while the adjustable central blade delivers focused midline elevation—useful for general surgery, gynecologic, urologic and exploratory laparotomies where sustained exposure and access to deep or central structures are required.

Design & Configuration

The self-retaining three-blade design combines two lateral wing blades for wide-field retraction with an adjustable center blade to customize midline elevation. A locking adjustment mechanism maintains consistent tension throughout the case, freeing the surgical team from manual retraction. The 18 cm blade length provides a moderate working depth suitable for routine adult abdominal exposures while allowing unobstructed access to the wound for instrumentation and suction.

Instrument Specifications

• Type: Abdominal retractor (self-retaining)
• Pattern: Balfour, three-blade configuration
• Size: 18 cm
• Typical use: Midline laparotomy and general open abdominal procedures
• Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes; designed for repeated cleaning and sterilization

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and long service life. Joints and adjustment mechanisms are precision machined for reliable engagement and consistent performance under repeated use. Designed to withstand standard hospital reprocessing methods and steam sterilization.

Quality & Compliance

Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.

Brand Comparison

Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.

Availability & Returns

• In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
• Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
• Returns: 30-day return policy