Clinical Application
Designed to provide broad, atraumatic exposure of abdominal viscera, this retractor is commonly used for retraction of small bowel, colon, and other soft tissues during open general, colorectal, and gynecologic procedures. The wide blade distributes pressure across the serosa to minimize focal compression and reduce the risk of tissue injury while allowing the assistant or surgeon to maintain consistent exposure of the operative field.
Design & Configuration
The 50 x 85 mm blade offers a broad contact surface that disperses retraction forces and protects delicate tissues. The flat, slightly curved geometry conforms to bowel and pelvic contours, aiding atraumatic retraction and visualization. At 25 cm overall length the shaft provides reach into deeper abdominal cavities while remaining manageable for handheld retraction. Rounded, blunt blade edges reduce the likelihood of serosal damage during manipulation.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Handheld retractor for soft-tissue and bowel manipulation
- Pattern / model: Doyen
- Blade dimensions: 50 x 85 mm
- Overall length: 25 cm
- Blade profile: Flat, slightly curved with atraumatic edges
- Typical uses: Small bowel and colon retraction, abdominal exposure in general and gynecologic surgery
- Construction: Stainless steel, reusable
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide long-term durability and resistance to corrosion. The precision-formed blade and smooth finish facilitate atraumatic handling and make the instrument compatible with standard high-temperature steam sterilization cycles for repeated 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