Clinical Application
This handheld combination retractor is intended to provide controlled exposure of superficial and moderately deep surgical wounds. The Langenbeck blade component offers a broad, flat surface to distribute retraction force across soft tissue and wound edges, while the Kocher-style hooked tip allows secure engagement of fascia or tissue when additional purchase is needed. Common uses include retraction during general surgery, orthopedic approaches, plastic procedures, and ENT cases where precise, manual exposure is required.
Design & Configuration
The instrument combines a Langenbeck-style flat blade with a Kocher-style hook in a handheld format. The 40 x 11 mm blade dimension provides a balance between surface area for atraumatic retraction and a slim profile for access in confined operative fields. At 21.5 cm overall length the retractor offers sufficient reach for many routine deep or superficial exposures without encroaching on the sterile field. The hooked tip permits controlled engagement of tissue when traction is needed, reducing slippage during manipulation.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Kocher Langenbeck combination retractor
- Blade size: 40 x 11 mm
- Overall length: 21.5 cm
- Configuration: Handheld, flat blade with hooked tip
- Intended use: Manual retraction of soft tissue and wound edges
- Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability. Precision-formed geometry maintains blade flatness and hook integrity through repeated use. Surface finish is optimized to reduce tissue adhesion while providing easy cleaning and sterilization. Designed for reusable clinical environments and repeated sterilization cycles.
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