Clinical Application
Designed for controlled, atraumatic retraction of cerebral cortex and superficial brain tissue during open cranial procedures. The 20 mm blade provides a balance between surface area and precision, making this spatula suitable for cortical separation, working alongside microsurgical dissectors, and maintaining exposure during tumor resection, hematoma evacuation, and other delicate neurosurgical exposures.
Design & Configuration
The Heifetz pattern features a single flat, low-profile spatula blade that distributes retraction forces across a wider surface than a pointed instrument, reducing focal pressure on cortical tissue. At 20 cm overall length, the instrument offers reach into deeper operative corridors while remaining maneuverable for hand-held micro-retraction. The 20 mm blade width allows the surgeon to modulate retraction force and footprint based on the operative need.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Heifetz neurosurgical spatula
- Overall length: 20 cm
- Blade width: 20 mm
- Configuration: single flat spatula blade, handheld
- Intended use: cortical retraction and protection during cranial surgery
- Reusable instrument
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for smooth edges and a low-profile working surface. Constructed for repeated use and compatible with standard high-level cleaning and sterilization protocols used in operative instrument processing.
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