Clinical Application
This 4-prong, 45 mm retractor blade is designed to attach to a Temple-Fay-Ulrich retractor frame to provide stable, distributed retraction of soft tissue and periosteum during surgical exposure. The blade is used to maintain a clear operative field in craniofacial and head & neck procedures as well as in general surgical cases where a moderate reach and broad tissue engagement are required. Its pronged design helps secure soft tissue edges and reduce the need for manual retraction, allowing surgeons unobstructed visualization of the operative site.
Design & Configuration
The four-prong configuration distributes retraction forces across multiple contact points, minimizing focal pressure and reducing the risk of tissue ischemia compared with single-point hooks. At 45 mm, the blade provides moderate depth reach for incisions and anatomical corridors that are neither very superficial nor extremely deep. The prongs are formed to engage tissue securely while permitting quick attachment and removal from the retractor frame, facilitating efficient intraoperative adjustments.
Instrument Specifications
- Attachment: Blade for Temple-Fay-Ulrich retractor frame
- Configuration: 4-prong tissue-engaging profile
- Size: 45 mm reach
- Intended use: Soft-tissue and periosteal retraction
- Construction: Precision-formed prongs for secure hold
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability. The blade is precision-formed with smooth finishes on prong tips and surfaces to reduce tissue trauma and to facilitate cleaning and sterilization. Designed for repeated use and compatible with standard high-temperature sterilization processes.
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