Clinical Application
This handheld Kocker-style retractor is intended for precise soft-tissue retraction and exposure in confined operative fields. The compact 19 x 12 mm blade is suited to small incisions and deep pockets where controlled, focal retraction is required—common uses include ENT, plastic and reconstructive procedures, small general surgery exposures, and select vascular or orthopedic approaches. The straight shaft length provides reach into deeper wounds while allowing the assistant or primary surgeon to maintain tactile control.
Design & Configuration
The narrow, flat rectangular blade geometry distributes contact pressure across a small but stable surface, permitting targeted retraction without excessive focal tissue compression. The single-ended, handheld configuration allows fine manual control of retraction angle and force for dynamic intraoperative adjustments. A 19 cm overall length balances working reach with maneuverability in limited spaces.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Handheld retractor
- Model: Kocker pattern
- Configuration: Single-ended, flat blade
- Overall length: 19 cm
- Blade dimensions: 19 x 12 mm
- Typical use: Small-field soft tissue retraction and exposure
- Construction: Surgical stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes, designed for repeated use
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability under repeated cleaning and sterilization cycles. The simple, one-piece blade-and-shank construction minimizes seams and crevices, facilitating cleaning and reducing risk of biological residue trapping. Designed for reusable surgical 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