Mathieu Retractor D/E sh 3pr. 7.5x9.5mm, 16cm

Clinical Application

This handheld 3-prong retractor is intended to provide precise, low-profile retraction of skin edges and superficial soft tissue in confined or shallow operative fields. The compact 7.5 x 9.5 mm tip footprint is suited to procedures requiring targeted exposure—such as dermatologic excisions, hand and wrist procedures, delicate plastic reconstructions, ENT work around small incisions, and minor wound debridement—where controlled, atraumatic retraction improves visualization and access for suturing or dissection.

Design & Configuration

The 3-prong tip distributes retraction force across three contact points, improving hold on dermis and subcutaneous tissue while minimizing localized trauma compared with single-point hooks. The short shank ("sh") profile reduces instrument bulk in constrained fields and enhances tactile feedback for the operator, while the 16 cm overall length provides adequate reach without excessive overhang. The compact tip dimension allows precise placement and exposure in small incisions and delicate reconstructive work.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Handheld 3-prong retractor for superficial tissue
• Pattern / model: Mathieu Retractor D/E sh
• Configuration: 3-prong, short shank
• Tip dimensions: 7.5 x 9.5 mm
• Overall length: 16 cm
• Typical use: Skin-edge and superficial soft-tissue retraction in minor/precision procedures
• Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for strength and corrosion resistance to withstand repeated sterilization cycles. The small three-prong tip is formed to provide reliable tissue engagement while minimizing crush; the short shank profile is intended for improved control in tight operative sites. Reusable design supports standard sterilization workflows employed in ambulatory surgery centers and hospital sterile processing departments.

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