Cushing Retractor 20cm

Clinical Application

This handheld Cushing retractor is designed to provide controlled soft-tissue retraction and exposure in small- to medium-depth surgical sites. The 20 cm length is intended to give additional reach for procedures where a longer handheld instrument is preferred, such as neurosurgical scalp and cranial exposures, ENT and sinus approaches, plastic surgery dissections, and general surgical soft-tissue retraction. The instrument is useful for surgeons who require precise, single-handed retraction with direct tactile feedback and minimal assistance.

Design & Configuration

The single flat blade design delivers a low-profile retraction surface that improves line-of-sight and access in confined fields. A blunt-edged, smooth blade edge reduces the risk of focal tissue trauma while maintaining a broad contact surface to distribute retraction forces. The 20 cm shaft length increases working reach and visibility without necessitating a self-retaining frame, allowing controlled manual retraction and quick repositioning during dynamic stages of a procedure.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Handheld single-blade retractor
• Pattern / model: Cushing retractor
• Length: 20 cm
• Blade profile: Flat, blunt-edged
• Typical use: Soft-tissue retraction for neurosurgery, ENT, plastic and general surgery
• Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability, corrosion resistance, and repeated sterilization. The single-piece or welded construction (model-dependent) provides reliable stiffness and a firm tactile feel during retraction. The instrument is designed for routine decontamination and steam sterilization cycles used in hospital and ASC instrument processing.

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