Clinical Application
This multi-prong hand-held retractor provides atraumatic exposure of superficial and moderately deep surgical sites. The six blunt prongs are intended to hold wound edges, subcutaneous tissue, and muscle planes with distributed contact, minimizing point pressure and reducing the risk of tissue tearing. It is routinely used for controlled retraction during dissection, exposure, and closure in general surgery, plastic/reconstructive procedures, and orthopedic or trauma cases where temporary, adjustable retraction is required.
Design & Configuration
The six-prong geometry increases surface contact and spreads retraction force across a broader area compared with single- or two-prong hooks, which helps protect delicate soft tissue. Blunt prongs provide secure hold without sharp penetration, useful when preserving tissue integrity is a priority. At 22 cm overall length, the instrument offers reach into deeper cavities while remaining manageable for precise, hand-held repositioning by the assistant or primary surgeon.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Kocher, 6-prong blunt
- Configuration: Hand-held retractor
- Length: 22 cm
- Tip: Six blunt prongs for distributed, atraumatic retraction
- Intended use: Soft-tissue and wound-edge retraction for general, plastic, and orthopedic procedures
- Construction: Surgical stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide strength and corrosion resistance required for repeated clinical use. The simple one-piece prong-and-shaft design permits thorough cleaning and sterilization between uses, and the blunt prongs minimize surface damage to exposed tissues during retraction.
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