Clinical Application
This delicate Gillies hooklet is designed for precise retraction and atraumatic elevation of soft tissues. Its fine hook tip is useful for suture retrieval, lifting thin flaps, and isolating tissue planes in facial plastic, ENT, oral & maxillofacial and neurosurgical cases where controlled, low‑profile retraction is required. The 18 cm length provides reach for both superficial and moderately deep working fields while maintaining tactile feedback.
Design & Configuration
The hooklet geometry concentrates contact on a small footprint to minimize tissue crush while allowing secure engagement of sutures, fascia, or soft tissue edges. The instrument’s slender shaft and balanced hand profile support delicate, single‑handed manipulation and accurate placement in confined operative corridors. The 18 cm overall length offers a practical balance between reach and control for procedures on the head, neck and facial regions.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Hook / retractor
- Pattern / model: Gillies Hooklet Delic Fig.2
- Configuration: Delicate hooklet configuration for fine tissue manipulation
- Length or size: 18 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: Hooklet tip
- Typical surgical use: Gentle retraction, tissue elevation, suture retrieval and fine manipulation in plastic, ENT, oral & maxillofacial and neurosurgical procedures
- Material / construction: Surgical‑grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical‑grade stainless steel to resist corrosion and maintain a fine working edge through repeated use. The simple, one‑piece working end and smooth shaft facilitate cleaning and sterilization between cases. Constructed for durable, reusable clinical service in compliance with standard reprocessing 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