Clinical Application
A narrow-profile Cushing retractor designed to provide precise retraction of small, superficial tissues and delicate structures. Its slim 8 mm blade is suited for working corridors where visibility and fine control are required, such as cranial and spinal approaches, ENT procedures, microsurgical dissections, vascular access, and superficial soft-tissue work in general surgery. The length provides reach into deeper pockets while maintaining a low-profile footprint to minimize obstruction of the operative field.
Design & Configuration
The narrow flat blade geometry concentrates retraction across a small surface area to allow controlled exposure of targeted anatomy without excessive tissue evert. The 24 cm overall length offers extended working reach from the skin edge to deeper operative sites while keeping the handle accessible to the assistant or primary surgeon. The handheld configuration supports dynamic repositioning during dissection and permits fine tactile feedback compared with larger or self-retaining retractors.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Handheld surgical retractor for precision tissue retraction
- Model: Cushing pattern with narrow blade profile
- Blade width and overall length: 8 mm x 24 cm
- Tip: Narrow flat blade tip for controlled exposure
- Intended use: Small-field retraction in neurosurgery, ENT, vascular and general surgery
- Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel, reusable
Material & Construction
Formed from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for smooth edges and tissue-friendly contact. The instrument is designed for repeated clinical use and is compatible with standard surgical instrument processing; its construction supports routine cleaning, decontamination, and sterilization workflows.
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