Clinical Application
Designed for neurosurgical exposure and atraumatic manipulation of cerebral cortex and subcortical tissues, this spatula provides a broad, flat contact surface for gentle retraction and controlled elevation during craniotomy, tumor resection, hematoma evacuation, and other open cranial procedures. The 22 mm blade width distributes pressure across a larger area to reduce focal stress on cortical tissue, helping create a stable working corridor while preserving adjacent structures.
Design & Configuration
The straight shaft with a flat, 22 mm-wide blade delivers direct, tactile control in confined operative fields. The blade’s blunt, rounded edges are intended to reduce point-loading on neural tissue, and the 20 cm overall length provides reach into deeper exposures without excessive instrument crowding at the skin incision. This geometry makes the spatula suitable for handheld retraction and for use alongside suction or other microsurgical instruments during fine dissection.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Mayfield brain spatula
- Blade width: 22 mm
- Overall length: 20 cm
- Blade form: Flat, blunt, rounded-edge
- Typical use: Cortical retraction, brain elevation, exposure during cranial surgery
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for corrosion resistance and durability. The instrument is designed for repeated reprocessing and sterilization and intended for reusable use in hospital and ambulatory surgical environments.
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