Blades Medial for Caspar Retractor 40x23mm (TiT)

Clinical Application

Medial blades for Caspar retractors are used to provide focused midline retraction during anterior cervical spine procedures. This blade is intended to retract soft tissues, esophagus and tracheal structures away from the operative field and to maintain exposure of the vertebral bodies and disc spaces during discectomy, fusion, and other anterior cervical approaches. The 40x23 mm footprint offers a controlled, low-profile contact area for narrow exposures common in single- and two-level cervical cases.

Design & Configuration

The medial configuration places the blade centrally within the retractor frame to create a stable, symmetric operative corridor. A compact 40x23 mm blade minimizes bulk inside the wound while providing sufficient surface area to distribute retraction force and reduce point pressure on soft tissues. Titanium construction reduces instrument weight at the blade tip, improving surgeon control and reducing strain on the retractor assembly during prolonged procedures. The blade is produced to interface with standard Caspar-type retractor systems for secure mounting and predictable orientation.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Medial retractor blade for Caspar system
• Pattern / model: Caspar retractor blade
• Configuration: Medial (midline)
• Size: 40x23 mm
• Typical use: Anterior cervical spine exposure and soft-tissue retraction (e.g., ACDF)
• Material: Titanium (TiT)
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from titanium as indicated by the TiT designation, the blade provides a high strength-to-weight ratio with excellent corrosion resistance for reusable surgical use. The solid construction supports repeated sterilization cycles and routine instrument reprocessing. The design emphasizes a low-profile working surface to reduce interference with visualization and instrumentation within the anterior cervical corridor.

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