Ross Aortic Wall Retractor 24x16mm, 27cm

Clinical Application

Designed to provide controlled retraction of the aortic wall during open cardiothoracic and vascular procedures, this retractor aids exposure for aortic cannulation, valve replacement, root repair, and localized aneurysm work. The compact blade footprint is intended to elevate and hold a limited segment of the aortic tissue to facilitate suturing, inspection, or instrument access while minimizing obstruction of the operative field.

Design & Configuration

The rectangular blade geometry with a 24 x 16 mm footprint provides a focused contact area that improves visualization and manipulation of the aortic edge without excessive tissue capture. The 27 cm overall length gives sufficient reach for standard median sternotomy approaches and allows an assistant or surgeon to position the blade at variable depths within the operative field. A hand-held configuration permits rapid placement and repositioning during key procedural steps.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Aortic wall retractor
• Model: Ross
• Blade dimensions: 24 x 16 mm
• Overall length: 27 cm
• Intended use: Retraction and exposure of the aortic wall in cardiothoracic/vascular surgery
• Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The instrument is designed for reusable clinical use and is compatible with standard sterile processing and steam sterilization 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