Clinical Application
This long, curved deep retractor is designed to provide broad, atraumatic retraction of viscera and soft tissue to optimize exposure in open procedures. Common applications include general and colorectal surgery, bariatric procedures, gynecologic and urologic laparotomies, and thoracic approaches where a long blade is required to reach and hold back abdominal contents, liver, bowel, or pelvic structures. The instrument is intended for handheld use by the primary surgeon or an assistant to maintain a clear operative field during dissection, anastomosis, or organ mobilization.
Design & Configuration
The curved, flat blade profile follows the contour of deep body cavities, allowing the blade to sit alongside organs while distributing pressure across a broad surface to minimize focal tissue trauma. The 25 mm blade width provides moderate surface contact for effective retraction without occupying excessive space in the field; the 360 mm blade length reaches deep into the abdomen or thorax for improved access. A gently tapered, blunt tip and smooth edges reduce the risk of puncture or tearing, and the handheld single-ended design gives the user direct tactile control over depth and direction of retraction.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Deaver retractor
- Pattern / model: Deaver (long curved deep retractor)
- Configuration: Single-ended, handheld curved flat blade
- Size: 25 mm x 360 mm (blade width × length)
- Tip pattern: Broad, gently curved blunt blade
- Typical use: Deep retraction for open abdominal, thoracic, and pelvic procedures
- Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable construction
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability, with a smooth, polished working surface to minimize tissue adherence and facilitate cleaning. The instrument is designed for repeated use and is compatible with standard decontamination and steam sterilization processes. No disposable components are required.
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