Gelpi Loktite Retractor with stop 18cm

Clinical Application

This self-retaining Gelpi-style retractor provides focused lateral exposure for small incisions and confined operative fields. It is commonly used to hold wound edges apart and maintain soft-tissue retraction during procedures where a stable, hands-free hold is required, such as minor general, plastic, and orthopaedic soft-tissue exposures. Its point-style tips deliver precise retraction of indurated or well-supported tissue; it is not intended for atraumatic retraction of extremely friable tissues.

Design & Configuration

The instrument's bilateral single-pointed arms spread apart to produce consistent lateral tension while minimizing bulk in the operative field. The Loktite stop provides a secure, adjustable lock at the chosen spread, eliminating the need for continuous manual tension and reducing assistant requirements. The slender profile and narrow tips improve visibility and access in small or deep wounds, and the simple locking mechanism allows rapid application and release.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern: Gelpi self-retaining retractor
• Length: 18 cm
• Tip configuration: Single sharp-pointed hooks for focused retraction
• Locking: Loktite stop for secure hold at set spread

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability under repeated sterilization cycles. Constructed for reusable clinical service life; the integrated stop mechanism is designed to retain spread reliably without additional components.

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