Blade/ Finochietto Rib Spreader 40x40mm Pair

Clinical Application

Blade pairs sized 40x40 mm are used to provide controlled separation of adjacent ribs during open thoracic procedures where a Finochietto-style retractor is employed. Typical applications include anterolateral and posterolateral thoracotomy, exposure for pulmonary resections, pleural access, chest wall procedures, and other operations requiring stable, incremental rib retraction. The modest 40x40 mm blade footprint is intended for applications requiring moderate spread and focused exposure while minimizing excessive lever arm at the rib margin.

Design & Configuration

These blades are configured as a matched left/right pair that mount to the bar and ratchet mechanism of a Finochietto-style retractor. The geometry distributes retraction force across the rib surface to improve working exposure and reduce focal pressure on bone and soft tissue. Using a matched blade pair allows symmetric spreading and controlled incremental opening via the retractor frame, enabling the surgeon to titrate exposure while maintaining stable retraction throughout the procedure. Blade width and depth influence contact area and clearance in the intercostal space, so selection of a 40x40 mm set is appropriate when moderate separation is sufficient.

Instrument Specifications

• Type: Rib spreader blade pair for Finochietto-style retractor
• Model / Pattern: Finochietto
• Configuration: Matched left and right blades
• Size: 40x40 mm
• Intended use: Controlled rib retraction during open thoracic surgery
• Construction: Reusable stainless steel

Material & Construction

Precision-formed from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide rigidity and corrosion resistance necessary for repeated clinical use. The durable construction is suited to standard hospital reprocessing, including thermal disinfection and steam sterilization, and is intended for multi-use surgical 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