Clinical Application
Provides wide-area retraction of the abdominal wall and intra‑abdominal contents to improve visualization and access during open general, gynecologic, and urologic procedures. The broad blade footprint is intended to support soft tissue and distribute retraction forces across a larger surface area, helping maintain a stable operative field during dissection, exposure, and closure. This pattern is commonly used by surgeons and assistants as a primary handheld retractor or as a component of instrument sets for midline and lower abdominal exposures.
Design & Configuration
The broad, flat blade profile is designed to maximize coverage while minimizing focal pressure on tissue—useful when gentle, atraumatic exposure is required. The provided 38x60x100 mm specification reflects a larger blade footprint and reach suitable for medium-to-deep cavities; this geometry facilitates retraction of fascia, muscle, and bowel without concentrating force at a single point. The handheld configuration offers direct tactile control for dynamic retraction during operative steps where incremental adjustment is needed.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Abdominal retractor
- Pattern / model: Collin / Pozzi
- Configuration: Broad flat blade, handheld
- Size: 38x60x100 mm
- Typical use: Open abdominal, gynecologic, and urologic procedures
- Material: Surgical‑grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical‑grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance under routine clinical reprocessing. Polished surfaces facilitate cleaning and decrease crevice areas where bioburden may accumulate. Designed for repeated use with standard reprocessing workflows in acute care and ambulatory surgery environments.
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