Blades only for Cloward Retractor 45x16mm

Clinical Application

Replacement blades designed for use with a Cloward retractor system to provide stable exposure of the anterior cervical spine. The 45x16 mm blade footprint supplies a controlled retraction surface for soft tissues, prevertebral fascia, and longus colli muscles during anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) and related procedures where the Cloward approach is employed.

Design & Configuration

The rectangular 45x16 mm blade provides a defined footprint that concentrates retraction where needed while minimizing the area of contact with adjacent soft tissues. As a dedicated replacement component, the blade is engineered to seat securely into standard Cloward blade holders, allowing the retractor frame to maintain consistent corridor exposure. The low-profile geometry helps preserve visualization in the working field and reduces the potential for excessive soft-tissue compression.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Replacement blades for Cloward retractor
• Pattern / model: Cloward
• Configuration: Blades only (replacement component)
• Size: 45x16 mm
• Typical use: Anterior cervical spine exposure during ACDF/Cloward procedures
• Material: Stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and repeated sterilization. Surface finishes and edges are prepared to provide smooth tissue contact while retaining the mechanical strength necessary for repeated seating in retractor holders. Designed as a reusable replacement component that can be decontaminated and sterilized according to facility 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