Blade for DeBakey Rib Spreader 40x40mm (pair)

Clinical Application

Designed to provide controlled, atraumatic retraction of the chest wall during open thoracic and cardiothoracic procedures. These blades mount to a DeBakey-style rib spreader frame to establish and maintain an operative field for procedures such as thoracotomy, pulmonary resections, cardiac exposures, and chest wall reconstruction. The pair configuration supplies opposing contact surfaces to enable balanced lateral retraction.

Design & Configuration

The 40x40 mm paddle dimension denotes the contact footprint of each blade, delivering broad support to distribute retraction forces across the ribs and intercostal tissues. Using a matched left/right pair promotes symmetric expansion of the operative field and reduces focal pressure that can increase tissue trauma. Blade geometry and a low-profile edge are intended to minimize obstruction of the surgical field while providing stable purchase during retraction.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Rib spreader blade
• Pattern / model: DeBakey
• Configuration: Pair (left and right blades)
• Size: 40x40 mm
• Typical surgical use: Retraction of ribs and chest wall in thoracic procedures
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision machining to ensure consistent fit on DeBakey-style spreader frames. The blades are finished for corrosion resistance and designed for repeated sterilization and clinical use.

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