Clinical Application
Designed for use with Caspar-style cervical retractor systems, this replacement blade provides atraumatic soft-tissue and vertebral body retraction during anterior cervical spine procedures (for example, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion and anterior approaches to the cervical spine). The 65 x 52 mm footprint offers a balance between exposure and tissue contact area, helping to improve visualization of the surgical field while distributing pressure to minimize focal soft-tissue compression.
Design & Configuration
The rectangular 65 x 52 mm geometry defines the blade's working footprint and dictates how much vertebral and soft-tissue surface is engaged when mounted on the retractor. A broader blade footprint increases exposure and stability, while limiting the need for repeated adjustments. Blades of this style mount to Caspar retractor arms and are typically oriented and positioned to provide symmetrical bilateral retraction. Choosing the appropriate blade size and positioning reduces the need for excessive tension and helps maintain a consistent operative corridor.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Replacement blade for Caspar cervical retractor
- Pattern / model: Caspar retractor blade
- Configuration: Flat rectangular retraction blade (single-piece)
- Size: 65 x 52 mm
- Typical surgical use: Anterior cervical spine exposure (ACDF, anterior cervical approaches)
- Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Designed for repeated sterilization and reprocessing
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance, strength, and compatibility with standard sterilization processes. Constructed as a reusable component intended for repeated use within a retractor system when properly reprocessed and inspected between cases.
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