Balfour Baby Abdominal Retractor 90mm

Clinical Application

Provides stable, self-retaining exposure of the abdominal cavity in pediatric and neonatal patients. The smaller 90 mm configuration is intended for limited incisions and small abdominal walls encountered in pediatric general surgery, urology and pediatric gynecologic procedures. By maintaining consistent retraction without continuous manual effort, it improves visualization of the operative field for tissue handling, suturing and organ inspection while minimizing intermittent pressure changes associated with handheld retractors.

Design & Configuration

The instrument uses a low-profile ratcheting frame with adjustable lateral blades and a central blade to deliver even, atraumatic retraction across the wound margin. The baby Balfour geometry distributes force over wider blade surfaces to reduce focal pressure on delicate pediatric tissues. The self-retaining ratchet frees assistants for other tasks and permits incremental adjustment of exposure depth during the case. The compact 90 mm form factor allows use through shorter incisions and in small cavities where standard adult retractors would be excessive.

Instrument Specifications

• Type: Self-retaining abdominal retractor (Balfour pattern)
• Model: Baby (pediatric) configuration
• Configuration: Adjustable lateral blades with central blade and ratcheting crossbar
• Size: 90 mm (designed for pediatric use)
• Typical use: Pediatric laparotomy, hernia repair, gastrostomy, small-cavity abdominal procedures
• Construction: Reusable surgical stainless steel

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel to withstand repeated cleaning and steam sterilization cycles. Blade edges and contact surfaces are finished to provide atraumatic tissue engagement and ease of decontamination. The self-retaining mechanism is designed for reliable locking and smooth incremental adjustment appropriate for pediatric anatomy.

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