Middeldorf Retractor H/handle 14x17mm, 21.5cm

Clinical Application

This handheld Middeldorf-style retractor provides focused soft-tissue retraction and wound edge exposure for procedures requiring a small, controlled footprint. It is suited to superficial dissections, skin and subcutaneous exposure, and confined operative fields where precise tissue displacement is needed to optimize visualization and access. The instrument is commonly used by surgeons and assistants during minor general, plastic, ENT, and dermatologic procedures where delicate handling and limited exposure are required.

Design & Configuration

The H-style handle offers a secure, ergonomic grip that facilitates one-handed placement and sustained retraction without complex assembly. The compact 14 x 17 mm blade footprint minimizes tissue trauma while allowing targeted retraction of small tissue flaps or incision edges. The 21.5 cm overall length provides reach into shallow-to-moderate cavities while keeping the working end controllable and visible to the operator. These geometric characteristics support atraumatic handling and precise retraction in confined operative sites.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern: Middeldorf retractor with H-handle
• Blade footprint: 14 x 17 mm
• Overall length: 21.5 cm
• Configuration: Handheld, single flat blade
• Intended use: Superficial soft-tissue retraction and wound exposure
• Construction: Reusable stainless steel

Material & Construction

Precision-formed stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance and durability for repeated use and standard sterilization cycles. The blade and handle geometry are finished for a smooth tissue interface and ease of cleaning. Reusable design supports instrument sets for outpatient and ambulatory surgery environments.

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