Blade for Ricard Retractor 70x55mm

Clinical Application

This replacement blade is sized to provide a broad, stable area for soft-tissue retraction when mounted to a Ricard retractor. It is intended to maintain exposure of wounds and operative fields during open procedures, helping surgeons visualize and access tissue planes while reducing the need for manual hand-holding of retractors. Typical applications include general surgical cases and other open procedures where a modular retractor system is used to stabilize soft tissues or wound edges.

Design & Configuration

The 70 x 55 mm footprint offers a balance between surface area and maneuverability: a larger contact area distributes compressive force across soft tissue to reduce focal pressure while still fitting within common incision sizes. The blade is provided as a dedicated replacement component that interfaces with the Ricard retractor mounting system, allowing quick installation and secure retention during manipulation of the retractor frame. The flat blade geometry supports predictable tissue retraction and atraumatic exposure when correctly positioned.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Replacement retractor blade for Ricard retractor
• Blade footprint: 70 x 55 mm
• Configuration: Flat retraction blade designed for modular attachment to Ricard system
• Typical use: Soft-tissue and wound-edge retraction to improve operative exposure
• Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel, the blade is designed for repeated use and routine sterilization cycles common to hospital and ASC instrument reprocessing workflows. The construction emphasizes dimensional stability and a finish appropriate for cleaning and corrosion resistance.

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