Clinical Application
This malleable Holmann retractor is intended to provide controlled retraction and exposure of soft tissue in open surgical procedures. The broad, malleable blade is suitable for holding soft tissue, skin flaps, and viscera away from an operative field to improve visualization and access in deep or superficial wounds. It is commonly used where a contoured blade is needed to match patient anatomy or wound geometry and where manual retraction is preferred.
Design & Configuration
The retractor features a flat, malleable blade that can be shaped intraoperatively to follow the contour of the wound or organ surface without springing back. The 110 mm blade dimension provides a wide surface area for atraumatic distribution of retraction forces, while the 40 cm overall length allows reach into deeper cavities with comfortable hand clearance. The simple single-blade configuration supports precise positioning and sustained manual retraction by the surgical assistant.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Malleable hand-held retractor
- Pattern / model: Holmann Retractor
- Blade dimension: 110 mm
- Overall length: 40 cm
- Blade type: Flat, malleable
- Typical use: Retraction and exposure of soft tissue in open procedures
- Reusable instrument
Material & Construction
Constructed from corrosion-resistant surgical stainless steel with malleable tempering to permit controlled bending and contour retention. The finish is smooth and compatible with routine cleaning and high-temperature sterilization methods used for reusable stainless instruments.
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