Ross Aortic Wall Retractor 23x13mm, 27cm

Clinical Application

Provides focused retraction of the aortic wall for improved exposure during open cardiac procedures. Commonly used in aortic valve replacement, aortic root repair, ascending aorta work and during cannulation or clamp placement to maintain a clear operative field and facilitate precise suture placement. The narrow blade footprint permits localized retraction without broadly displacing adjacent mediastinal structures.

Design & Configuration

The compact 23x13 mm blade geometry concentrates retraction force on a small, controlled area of the aortic wall to allow atraumatic handling and precise tissue control. At 27 cm overall length the instrument offers sufficient reach for median sternotomy approaches while keeping the surgeon's hand outside the immediate surgical field. The handheld, blade-style configuration enables quick placement and repositioning during critical steps such as valve exposure, root reconstruction, and cannulation.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern / model: Ross
• Blade dimensions: 23x13 mm
• Overall length: 27 cm
• Intended use: Aortic wall retraction in cardiac surgery
• Construction: Stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and resistance to corrosion. Designed for repeated use and compatible with standard hospital sterilization processes. The blade profile and smooth finish reduce tissue drag and support atraumatic 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