Crafoord's Rib Contractor 26cm

Clinical Application

Designed for thoracic and trauma applications, this contractor is used to approximate and temporarily stabilize ribs and costal edges during procedures such as thoracotomy closure, rib fracture reduction, and chest wall reconstruction. It secures bone and periosteal tissue to hold rib segments in position while permanent fixation (sutures, wires, plates) is applied, and can assist in re-creating chest wall alignment prior to final closure.

Design & Configuration

The long 26 cm shank provides reach into the thoracic cavity while allowing the assistant or surgeon to maintain a comfortable hand position outside the wound. The ratcheting mechanism offers controlled, sustained closure to hold approximation without continuous manual effort. Broad jaw faces distribute clamping force across a wider surface area to reduce focal pressure on cortical bone and improve contact with irregular rib surfaces, facilitating secure grasping without the need for excessive force.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern: Crafoord-style rib contractor
• Length: 26 cm overall
• Action: Ratcheted, single-action contractor
• Jaw design: Broad faces for secure engagement of ribs and costal edges
• Typical use: Rib approximation and temporary stabilization during thoracic procedures
• Reusable instrument suitable for standard sterilization cycles

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision-machined jaw surfaces for consistent engagement and long service life. The instrument is designed for repeated reprocessing and sterilization in central sterile 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