Clinical Application
This angled meniscus retractor is designed to provide controlled, atraumatic retraction of meniscal tissue and soft tissue during knee procedures. It is commonly used in open or mini-open meniscectomy and meniscal repair to expose tear margins, protect surrounding cartilage, and create working space for suture passage or debridement. The instrument’s compact blade profile is suited to confined joint exposures and posterior horn access where visibility and tissue control are critical.
Design & Configuration
The angled shaft geometry permits the blade to engage meniscal tissue while keeping the handle clear of the surgical field, improving line of sight and instrument ergonomics for the surgeon. The 32 x 19 mm blade offers a balance between surface area for broad tissue support and a slim profile for insertion into tight joint spaces. The 14.5 cm overall length provides adequate reach and tactile control for precise retraction in standard knee exposures.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Smillie angled meniscus retractor
- Blade dimensions: 32 x 19 mm
- Overall length: 14.5 cm
- Configuration: Angled for posterior and superior horn access
- Typical use: Retraction and exposure during meniscal repair and meniscectomy
- Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and durability compatible with repeated reprocessing. Designed for reusable use and intended for routine hospital and ambulatory surgery center 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