Kocher Langenbeck Retractor 80x12mm, 21.5cm

Clinical Application

This handheld Kocher Langenbeck retractor is designed to provide localized exposure and sustained retraction of soft tissues during open procedures. Its narrow 80 x 12 mm blade is suitable for elevating and holding flaps, retracting muscle and subcutaneous tissue, and maintaining a clear working field in general, orthopedic, plastic and ENT cases. The instrument is typically used by an assistant or held in position for short- to medium-duration retraction during dissection, wound closure, or implant placement.

Design & Configuration

The instrument’s single flat blade configuration concentrates retraction force along a narrow profile to improve visualization in confined spaces while minimizing obstruction of the operative field. A blunt blade edge helps distribute pressure across the tissue surface to reduce focal trauma. The 21.5 cm overall length provides a practical balance between operative reach and manual control, allowing secure handling at varying depths without excessive lever arm or hand fatigue.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Handheld surgical retractor
• Pattern / model: Kocher Langenbeck retractor
• Configuration: Single flat blade, handheld
• Blade dimensions: 80 x 12 mm
• Overall length: 21.5 cm
• Tip pattern: Flat blunt blade for soft-tissue retraction
• Typical surgical use: Superficial and deep soft-tissue retraction in general, orthopedic, plastic and ENT procedures
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Reusable, autoclavable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and durability under repeated sterilization cycles. The single-piece blade and shank geometry deliver the stiffness required for reliable tissue retraction while supporting standard reprocessing protocols for reusable instruments.

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