Clinical Application
Designed for controlled retraction and exposure of soft tissues in open surgical procedures, this medium Meyerding-pattern retractor provides a balance between blade surface area and narrow profile. The 75 x 25 mm blade is sized to retract muscle, fascia, and soft tissue flaps without excessive tissue bunching, while the 23 cm overall length gives reach into moderate-depth wounds. Common applications include general surgery, gynecologic and ENT exposures, reconstructive work, and any case where a handheld paddle retractor is preferred for dynamic retraction by the surgeon or assistant.
Design & Configuration
The rectangular, flat blade geometry distributes retraction force across a broad contact area to reduce focal pressure on tissues. The 25 mm width allows access into narrower incisions where wider paddles would obstruct the field, while the 75 mm blade length provides adequate surface area for stable retraction. The 23 cm shaft length offers working reach for moderate-depth cavities without the bulk of long-shaft instruments, making it practical at the operative table for both exposure and gentle tissue manipulation.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Retractor (handheld)
- Pattern / model: Meyerding, medium
- Blade: 75 x 25 mm rectangular flat paddle
- Overall length: 23 cm
- Typical use: Soft-tissue retraction in open procedures
- Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for repeated sterilization and clinical use. The solid one-piece blade-and-shank design provides torsional stability during manual retraction and cleaning. Reusable construction is suitable for hospital and ambulatory surgery center instrument sets.
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