Cooley Rib Spreader 16x30mm, 105mm Alum.

Clinical Application

This rib spreader is intended for thoracic procedures requiring controlled separation of the ribs to expose the pleural space and mediastinum. It is used during posterolateral and anterolateral thoracotomies, lung resections, esophageal access procedures and other open-chest operations where a reliable, self-retaining retractor is required to maintain operative exposure.

Design & Configuration

The instrument features a Cooley pattern frame with an adjustable locking mechanism that provides incremental, self-retaining retraction. The 16x30 mm blade footprint balances tissue contact and exposure—large enough to distribute load on the ribs while compact enough for posterior and anterior approaches. The 105 mm overall size gives sufficient reach into the thoracic cavity for standard adult exposures while keeping the instrument compact for positioning and removal.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Rib spreader (self-retaining)
• Pattern / model: Cooley
• Blade dimensions: 16x30 mm
• Overall length/size: 105 mm
• Typical use: Thoracotomy and thoracic cavity retraction
• Material: Aluminum construction
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

The lightweight aluminum construction reduces instrument weight for improved handling and reduced clinician fatigue during prolonged procedures. The frame and blades are designed for repeated reprocessing and sterilization cycles typical in surgical instrument workflows. Aluminum provides a balance of strength and weight suitable for manual rib retraction.

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