Cooley Rib Spreader 15x30mm, 115mm

Clinical Application

Designed for controlled retraction of the ribs during open thoracic procedures, this Cooley-pattern rib spreader is intended to provide exposure for thoracotomy, pleural procedures, lobectomy, decortication and other intrathoracic interventions where stable, incremental separation of the intercostal space is required. The 15x30 mm blade footprint is intended to engage the rib margins while minimizing focal pressure, aiding access to the pleural cavity and mediastinum in small-to-moderate operative windows.

Design & Configuration

The instrument follows the established Cooley retractor geometry: opposing blades mounted on a central self-retaining spreading mechanism to allow fine, stepwise opening of the intercostal space and hands-free maintenance of the desired exposure. The compact 115 mm overall length provides a lower-profile option suited to procedures where a reduced instrument footprint is preferred. Blade surfaces are sized to distribute retraction forces across the rib margin, supporting stable exposure while facilitating gentle tissue handling.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Rib spreader (Cooley pattern)
• Blade footprint: 15x30 mm
• Overall length: 115 mm
• Typical use: Thoracotomy and intrathoracic exposure
• Construction: Stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel to withstand repeated sterilization cycles and clinical use. The durable construction supports repeated opening and closing of the central mechanism while maintaining alignment of the blades. The instrument is reusable and designed for standard cleaning, inspection and sterilization processes used in surgical instrument reprocessing.

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