Langenbeck Retractor 30x11mm, 21cm

Clinical Application

The Langenbeck retractor with a 30 x 11 mm blade and 21 cm overall length is a compact, handheld instrument used to retract skin, subcutaneous tissue, and fascia during superficial and moderately deep surgical exposures. It is commonly employed for incision exposure, tissue retraction during dissection and closure, and to maintain a clear operative field while allowing precise visualization in confined or delicate surgical sites. Its size makes it particularly useful for procedures in plastic surgery, hand surgery, ENT, minor orthopaedic approaches, and general surgical cases where fine, controlled retraction is required.

Design & Configuration

The flat, spatula-style blade concentrates retraction force across a modest surface area to distribute pressure and minimize localized tissue trauma while providing reliable exposure. The single-ended configuration gives the assistant or primary surgeon direct tactile control and rapid repositioning without the need for mounting or locking mechanisms. The 21 cm overall length provides reach into shallow to mid-depth cavities without excessive shaft bulk that can obstruct the field or interfere with instrumentation.

Instrument Specifications

• Type: Handheld Langenbeck retractor
• Blade dimensions: 30 x 11 mm
• Overall length: 21 cm
• Configuration: Single-ended, flat spatula blade
• Primary use: Superficial soft-tissue retraction and exposure
• Reusable surgical instrument

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durable edge geometry. The simple, robust one-piece design supports repeated clinical use and cleaning cycles typical in hospital instrument processing.

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