Clinical Application
Designed to provide atraumatic exposure of abdominal viscera, this Doyen-style retractor is used primarily for bowel and soft-tissue retraction during general, colorectal, and abdominal procedures. The broad, smooth blade distributes pressure across the tissue to minimize focal trauma while improving access and visualization of deep or narrow operative fields. Integrated illumination reduces reliance on overhead or head-mounted lights when working in cavities or at depth.
Design & Configuration
The single broad blade offers a low-profile, flat surface for gentle tissue elevation and lateral displacement. The 25 cm length provides reach into deeper abdominal cavities without excessive protrusion, facilitating retraction of intestines and mesentery. The integrated fiber optic light delivers targeted illumination along the blade, improving contrast and depth perception in shadowed areas. An ergonomic handle geometry enables secure manual control for precise positioning and sustained retraction.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Doyen-style single-blade retractor
- Length: 25 cm
- Blade: Broad, smooth, atraumatic flat blade for tissue protection
- Illumination: Integrated fiber optic light delivery to the blade
- Typical use: Abdominal and intestinal exposure in general and colorectal surgery
- Reusable construction
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability, corrosion resistance, and repeated sterilization cycles. Fiber optic illumination components are integrated to transmit light to the blade tip and working surface, providing consistent localized illumination while maintaining a slim instrument profile. The robust reusable construction supports routine clinical workflows in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers.
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