Smillie Meniscus Hook Retractor 12x13mm, 14.5cm

Clinical Application

This hook retractor is designed for controlled retraction and manipulation of meniscal tissue during knee procedures. It is used to expose tear edges, hold meniscal fragments out of the operative field, and stabilize tissue during debridement, repair, or meniscectomy. The instrument is appropriate for open knee approaches and arthrotomy-assisted maneuvers where a rigid hook provides secure engagement of meniscal tissue.

Design & Configuration

The hook-style geometry concentrates contact force on a defined 12x13 mm surface area, allowing secure engagement of meniscal tissue while minimizing slip and inadvertent damage. A 14.5 cm overall length provides sufficient working reach into the joint while maintaining tactile control at the handle. The slim shaft and compact hook profile permit precise positioning in confined joint spaces and improved visualization of the meniscal tear during repair or trimming.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Meniscus hook retractor
• Pattern / model: Smillie
• Configuration: Hook-style retractor
• Length or size: 14.5 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: 12x13 mm hook
• Typical surgical use: Meniscal retraction and tissue manipulation in knee procedures
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and durability required for repeated reprocessing. The instrument is designed for reusable clinical workflows and compatible with standard sterilization procedures used in orthopedic operating rooms and procedure suites.

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