Clinical Application
Designed for use in open cardiac surgery to retract and maintain exposure of the right atrial chamber. Common intraoperative applications include atriotomy exposure for cannulation, repair of atrial septal defects, excision of intracardiac masses, and procedures requiring sustained visualization or instrument access to the right atrium and adjacent structures (eg, tricuspid valve region, atrial appendage).
Design & Configuration
The right-oriented blade geometry provides a dedicated footprint that conforms to the anatomical plane of the right atrium, allowing targeted retraction without excessive torque on surrounding tissue. The 45 x 48 mm blade offers a broad, controlled retraction surface to distribute force and improve visualization, while the 21.5 cm overall length affords adequate reach from the sternal edge into the surgical field. This balance of blade size and shaft length supports stable, reproducible exposure during suturing, cannulation, and delicate intracardiac work.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Cardiac retractor
- Pattern / model: Cooley Atrial Retractor, right
- Configuration: Right-oriented atrial blade
- Length or size: 21.5 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: 45 x 48 mm blade footprint
- Typical surgical use: Exposure of the right atrium in open cardiac procedures
- Material / construction: Reusable stainless steel
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for durability and repeated use. The instrument is designed for routine cleaning and sterilization in Central Sterile departments and for long-term reuse when maintained according to facility protocols.
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