Clinical Application
Provides focused retraction and exposure of soft tissue in narrow or midline operative corridors. The central blade is intended to elevate and maintain a controlled plane of tissue, improving visualization of a localized operative site. Common applications include procedures in the head & neck region, otolaryngology (ENT), maxillofacial and craniofacial surgery where precise, low-profile retraction is required to access small cavities or to protect adjacent structures while working.
Design & Configuration
The central blade configuration directs retraction force to a defined midline or focal area, allowing the surgeon to displace tissue without a wide footprint. A 50x75 mm blade provides a balance between surface coverage and a low-profile geometry, which helps preserve working space in confined fields. The blade shape and edge geometry are optimized for stable tissue engagement while minimizing bulk that can impede instrument maneuverability.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Retractor
- Pattern / model: Collin Retractor
- Configuration: Central blade
- Blade size: 50x75 mm
- Typical surgical use: Localized soft-tissue retraction in confined operative corridors (head & neck, ENT, maxillofacial, craniofacial)
- Material / construction: Surgical stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. Precision-formed blade geometry delivers consistent performance across repeated use cycles. Designed for multipurpose reprocessing and compatible with standard sterilization and reprocessing protocols used in ambulatory surgery centers and hospitals.
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