Mini Langenbeck Retractor 10x6mm, 16cm

Clinical Application

The mini Langenbeck is a compact handheld retractor used to expose and maintain soft-tissue margins in shallow or confined operative fields. Its small 10x6 mm blade is suited for delicate retraction of skin, subcutaneous tissue, mucosa, and small muscular or fascial planes where focused, low-profile exposure is required. Typical applications include otolaryngology (ENT) procedures, plastic and reconstructive surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, minor general procedures, and any case requiring precise wound-edge control without bulky instrumentation.

Design & Configuration

A single flat blade on a rigid shaft provides tactile feedback and controlled linear retraction. The 10x6 mm rectangular blade concentrates force across a small surface area to elevate tissue edges while minimizing instrument bulk in the field. The 16 cm overall length offers adequate reach for shallow-to-moderate depth exposures while preserving maneuverability in tight operative sites. The handheld, single-ended design enables quick repositioning and one-handed use by the primary surgeon or an assistant.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Handheld retractor
• Pattern / model: Mini Langenbeck retractor
• Configuration: Single flat blade, single-ended handheld design
• Length or size: 16 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: 10x6 mm rectangular flat blade
• Typical surgical use: Superficial wound-edge and soft-tissue retraction in small or confined exposures
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance, durability, and repeated processing. The compact flat blade and rigid shaft are designed for reliable manual retraction and can be cleaned and sterilized for multiple uses under standard hospital reprocessing protocols.

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