Cooley Rib Spreader 30x50mm, 185mm Alum.

Clinical Application

Provides atraumatic retraction of the ribs and chest wall to expose the thoracic cavity during open thoracotomy, lobectomy, and other cardiothoracic procedures. The 30 x 50 mm blade profile is sized for small-to-moderate intercostal spaces, making it useful in limited-incision approaches and procedures where precise, controlled spread is required.

Design & Configuration

The Cooley pattern offers a compact footprint and blade geometry tuned for targeted rib separation. Blade dimensions of 30 x 50 mm concentrate contact over a controlled area of the rib, facilitating effective exposure while minimizing soft-tissue pinch. The 185 mm overall length yields a balanced instrument that is easier to position in tighter operative fields and reduces hand reach compared with larger spreaders, supporting better ergonomics for the surgical team.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Rib spreader
• Pattern / model: Cooley
• Blade dimensions: 30 x 50 mm
• Overall length: 185 mm
• Primary use: Thoracic retraction for open thoracotomy and cardiothoracic procedures
• Material: Aluminum construction
• Reusable instrument

Material & Construction

Constructed from aluminum to deliver a lightweight instrument that reduces surgeon and assistant fatigue during prolonged retraction. The aluminum alloy provides sufficient strength for routine thoracic retraction while keeping the instrument easy to manipulate within constrained exposures. Designed for reusable service life when processed and maintained according to established instrument reprocessing protocols.

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