Clinical Application
This 3-prong blade is an attachable working element for the Temple-Fay-Ulrich retractor system, intended to provide controlled retraction of skin and superficial soft tissues to maintain exposure of the operative field. The three-prong configuration is useful during procedures that require secure tissue engagement and stable retraction while allowing unobstructed access for dissection, hemostasis, or suturing.
Design & Configuration
The 3-prong geometry distributes retraction forces across multiple contact points to reduce focal stress on tissue and improve stabilization. At 45 mm, the blade offers a modest reach that balances exposure with tactile control, making it suitable for shallow to moderate depth retraction. The blade is made as a modular accessory to couple directly with the Temple-Fay-Ulrich retractor frame, enabling quick attachment and removal intraoperatively and allowing selection of blade configurations to match procedural needs.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Retractor blade (attachable)
- Pattern / model: Temple-Fay-Ulrich
- Configuration: 3-prong
- Size: 45 mm
- Typical use: Soft-tissue retraction when used with the corresponding retractor system
- Construction: Precision-formed stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from precision-formed stainless steel to withstand repeated cleaning and sterilization cycles. The component is designed for durability and dimensional stability to maintain secure attachment to the retractor frame and consistent tissue engagement through multiple uses.
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