Clinical Application
Designed for neurosurgical retraction, this concave Olivecrona spatula provides atraumatic, focal retraction of cortical and subcortical tissue during cranial procedures. The small 7 x 9 mm blade profile allows precise separation and protection of delicate neural surfaces in confined operative corridors, useful for superficial cortical retraction, working along sulci, and maintaining a clear field during microdissection and lesion exposure.
Design & Configuration
The concave Olivecrona geometry conforms to the convex curvature of the cerebral cortex, distributing contact forces over a controlled surface area to reduce focal pressure points. The 7 x 9 mm blade balances contact area with visibility and access—small enough for targeted retraction yet broad enough to protect tissue. An 18 cm overall length gives surgeons reach into deeper or narrow cranial cavities while maintaining tactile feedback for fine adjustments during hand-held retraction.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Brain spatula (retractor)
- Pattern / model: Olivecrona
- Configuration: Concave blade
- Blade size: 7 x 9 mm
- Overall length: 18 cm
- Typical use: Focal cortical and subcortical retraction in cranial surgery
- Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel, reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The blade and shaft geometry are finished to provide smooth, atraumatic contact with neural tissue and to facilitate cleaning and repeated sterilization. Designed for reusable clinical use in accordance with standard device reprocessing protocols.
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