Baby Roux Retractor dbl 13cm

Clinical Application

This double-ended Baby Roux is a handheld retractor intended to provide controlled, atraumatic retraction of soft tissues in confined or shallow operative fields. Common applications include oral and oropharyngeal procedures, pediatric oral surgery, tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy assistance, minor maxillofacial and ENT exposures, and small soft-tissue approaches where a compact, low-profile blade is required. The short 13 cm overall length is optimized for close working distances and for use in smaller patients or tight anatomical corridors.

Design & Configuration

The double-ended configuration places two opposing blades on a single shaft so the surgeon can quickly reverse blade orientation without exchanging instruments, improving efficiency during dynamic exposure needs. The blades are thin and have rounded, atraumatic margins to reduce soft-tissue compression and mucosal injury while maintaining the visibility and access required for precise dissection. The compact length supports one-handed retraction near the operative site while minimizing instrument interference in small cavities.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Handheld retractor
• Pattern / model: Baby Roux, double-ended
• Configuration: Two opposing blades on a single shaft
• Length: 13 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: Rounded, flat blades for atraumatic retraction
• Typical surgical use: Oral, oropharyngeal, pediatric and small-incision soft-tissue retraction
• Material / construction: Stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for smooth surfaces and ease of cleaning, the instrument is built for repeated reprocessing and clinical use. The simple, robust construction supports autoclave sterilization and long service life when processed according to 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