Clinical Application
This handheld Richardson retractor is intended to assist surgeons and surgical assistants in maintaining exposure of soft tissues and wound edges during open procedures. Its compact 52 x 22 mm blade provides a broad contact surface for atraumatic retraction of fascia, subcutaneous tissue, and viscera, making it useful in general, colorectal, gynecologic and other abdominal operations where controlled, single-handed retraction and visualization of a deep field is required.
Design & Configuration
The right-angle Richardson blade geometry distributes retracting force across a broad, flat surface to minimize focal pressure on tissue while providing dependable lateral coverage. The 24 cm overall length increases reach into deeper cavities without sacrificing tactile control; the handheld configuration permits the assistant or primary surgeon to adjust retraction quickly and precisely. The blade profile and angle are optimized to lift and hold wound edges, facilitating instrument passage and direct visualization.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Richardson-style right-angle blade
- Blade dimensions: 52 x 22 mm
- Overall length: 24 cm
- Handheld configuration for single-person retraction
- Intended use: soft-tissue and wound-edge retraction in open surgical procedures
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability, corrosion resistance, and repeated sterilization. Constructed as a reusable, single-piece handheld retractor to provide consistent rigidity and long service life under 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