Allison Lung Retractor 30cm

Clinical Application

Designed for thoracic surgery, this long Allison-pattern lung retractor provides atraumatic retraction and exposure of pulmonary tissue, pleura and adjacent mediastinal structures during open procedures. Common uses include lobectomy, pneumonectomy, decortication and other thoracotomies where deep reach and stable retraction of lung parenchyma is required. The length facilitates retraction through a thoracotomy incision while keeping the surgeon’s hand and handle clear of the wound.

Design & Configuration

The elongated 30 cm shaft gives additional reach for deep chest cavities and helps maintain a safe working distance from the surgical field. The Allison pattern is configured as a single-ended, handheld retractor intended to distribute pressure across the working end, minimizing focal compression on delicate lung tissue. The handle geometry supports one-handed manipulation and controlled repositioning during exposure.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Lung retractor (Allison pattern)
• Configuration: Handheld, single-ended with elongated shaft
• Length: 30 cm
• Typical surgical use: Open thoracic procedures for retraction of lung and pleural tissue
• Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance in repeated clinical use. The instrument is manufactured and finished to facilitate cleaning and reprocessing and intended for repeated sterilization per facility 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