Blade for Kirschner-Oval Retractor 40x55mm

Clinical Application

This oval 40x55 mm retractor blade is used to provide controlled soft-tissue retraction and maintain exposure in confined or shallow operative fields. The moderate oval aperture is suitable for procedures where a broad, low-profile footprint is required to protect skin and subcutaneous tissues while allowing visualization and instrument passage. Common applications include general surgery, plastic and reconstructive procedures, hand and foot surgery, and other specialties requiring precise retraction in small cavities.

Design & Configuration

The oval geometry distributes retraction forces across a wider surface area than a narrow blade, which reduces focal pressure on tissue and helps minimize trauma to skin edges and flaps. The 40x55 mm working aperture balances visualization with tissue preservation, making it a versatile option when space is limited or when a rounded, atraumatic interface is preferred. The blade is produced to mate with Kirschner-Oval style retractor frames, providing a stable platform for sustained exposure during procedures.

Instrument Specifications

• Type: Retractor blade for Kirschner-Oval system
• Working aperture: 40x55 mm (oval)
• Primary use: Soft-tissue retraction and exposure in small-to-moderate operative fields
• Construction: Stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel for durability and resistance to corrosion under repeated sterilization cycles. The blade's profile is designed for repeated reusable use in the surgical setting.

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