Clinical Application
This handheld Kelly retractor is designed to provide controlled retraction of soft tissues during operative exposure. The broad 190 x 38 mm blade creates a wide contact surface that helps distribute retraction force across tissues, making it useful for wound-edge and superficial-cavity exposure in general, orthopedic, plastic/reconstructive and gynecologic procedures. Its 26 cm length gives additional reach for moderately deep dissections while remaining maneuverable for assistant-held retraction during layered closure and exposure.
Design & Configuration
The combination of an extended shank and a broad flat blade delivers both reach and surface area for effective tissue retraction. A longer overall length allows access into deeper sites without excessive hand intrusion into the field, while the wide blade reduces the need for multiple smaller retractors by providing broad exposure. The slim profile of the blade improves visualization of the operative field and facilitates instrument exchanges alongside the retractor.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Retractor
- Pattern / model: Kelly Retractor
- Configuration: Handheld, flat-blade
- Overall length: 26 cm
- Blade dimensions: 190 x 38 mm
- Typical surgical use: Soft-tissue retraction and exposure in general, orthopedic, plastic, and gynecologic procedures
- Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with a smooth, polished finish to resist corrosion and facilitate cleaning. The durable construction is intended for repeated use and routine sterilization cycles common to reusable operating-room 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