Olivecrona brain spatula convex 7x9mm, 18cm

Clinical Application

This instrument is designed for controlled, focal retraction of cerebral cortex and superficial subcortical tissue during cranial procedures. The small convex tip is intended to provide a limited contact footprint for delicate retraction in confined operative corridors, helping the surgeon maintain exposure of cortical or tumor margins while minimizing concentrated pressure on the pia and adjacent vasculature. Typical uses include tumor resections, hematoma evacuations, cortical mapping exposures and other open neurosurgical approaches where precise, handheld retraction is required.

Design & Configuration

The convex blade geometry provides a smooth, rounded surface that conforms to the brain surface, distributing contact forces more evenly than a sharp edge and reducing the risk of focal indentation. The 7 x 9 mm tip offers a small working footprint suitable for narrow corridors and targeted retraction. At 18 cm overall length, the instrument provides sufficient reach from the cortical surface to deeper operative fields while allowing the assistant or surgeon to maintain fine tactile control.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Neurosurgical spatula / brain retractor
• Pattern / model: Olivecrona
• Blade geometry: Convex
• Tip size: 7 x 9 mm (convex)
• Overall length: 18 cm
• Typical use: Focal cortical and subcortical retraction in cranial surgery
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical‑grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance; finished to a smooth profile to reduce tissue adherence. Designed for repeated clinical use and compatible with standard sterilization processes 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