Clinical Application
This bow functions as an extension accessory for retraction and exposure systems, providing additional span and mounting points when standard retractor arms do not reach or when incremental adjustment is required. Its compact 180 x 100 mm geometry is useful in confined operative fields where controlled, stable extension is needed to maintain soft-tissue retraction or to support small instruments and drains. Common applications include general, abdominal, orthopedic and soft-tissue procedures where supplementary support or spacing improves visualization and access.
Design & Configuration
The bow-shaped profile distributes load along a curved frame, reducing focal stress on mounting points and helping maintain consistent tension across attached blades or supports. The 180 x 100 mm footprint provides a balance between reach and compactness—suitable for use in shallow cavities or at the edge of deeper exposures. The open geometry also allows routing of suction, cables or tubing alongside retraction without interfering with the surgical field.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Extension bow accessory
- Pattern / model: 180 x 100 mm
- Configuration: Bow-shaped extension for retractor/support systems
- Typical surgical use: Adds reach and mounting locations for retraction and exposure
- Material / construction: Stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from corrosion-resistant stainless steel for durability and repeated sterilization. The simple, robust construction is designed for repeated OR use and can be cleaned and sterilized according to facility protocols. The shape and finish resist deformation under normal clinical loads and facilitate efficient cleaning.
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