Clinical Application
This Scoville-style hook provides focused retraction and secure engagement of soft tissue in confined or shallow operative fields. Its low-profile single-prong tip is intended to hold skin edges, subcutaneous tissue, fascia, or small bundles of tissue to improve visualization and access during delicate procedures. Common uses include procedures that require precise, focal retraction such as reconstructive and plastic cases, otolaryngology, hand and microsurgical exposures, and other small-incision surgeries.
Design & Configuration
The 70 mm hook length offers measured reach into narrow wounds while limiting instrument intrusion into the field. The single-prong hook geometry concentrates retraction force on a small contact point to secure tissue with control, permitting fine adjustments by the assistant or surgeon. Supplied as a "hook only" component, this item is suited for use as a hand-held retractor tip or as a replacement tip for compatible Scoville-style handles and retractor assemblies, enabling modularity and easier instrument maintenance.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Retractor hook
- Pattern / model: Scoville
- Configuration: Hook only (replacement tip / component)
- Length: 70 mm
- Tip pattern: Single-prong hook
- Typical use: Targeted soft-tissue retraction in narrow operative fields
- Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and repeated use. The single-prong hook is precision-formed to provide consistent geometry and predictable tissue interaction. Designed for repeated cleaning and standard sterilization processes common to reusable surgical instruments.
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