Lateral Blade Ricard Abdominal Retractor 50x70mm

Clinical Application

Provides focused lateral retraction to expose operative fields within the abdominal cavity. The broad, flat blade is intended to displace soft tissue, peritoneal edges and omentum laterally to improve visualization and access during open general surgery, exploratory laparotomy, hernia repair and other procedures requiring controlled lateral tissue traction. The 50x70 mm footprint balances tissue coverage with access to the incision site, making it useful for small-to-medium exposures.

Design & Configuration

The lateral blade geometry offers a wide contact surface to distribute retraction forces over a larger area, reducing focal pressure on tissue and improving hemostatic control. A 50x70 mm blade provides sufficient reach and surface area to retract soft tissue effectively while maintaining a low profile in the wound. The hand-held configuration allows the surgeon or assistant to fine-tune traction and blade orientation dynamically during the case.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: abdominal retractor (lateral blade)
• Pattern / model: Ricard lateral blade
• Blade dimensions: 50x70 mm
• Configuration: lateral, flat blade suitable for hand-held retraction
• Typical use: lateral displacement of abdominal wall and soft tissue for exposure
• Reusable: yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability, corrosion resistance and repeated sterilization. Constructed for reusable clinical use with smooth finishes to minimize tissue adherence and facilitate cleaning and sterilization workflows.

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