Clinical Application
This Finochietto Baby Haight rib spreader is intended to provide controlled, atraumatic retraction of the ribs during thoracic procedures where a reduced span and low-profile blades are required. Typical uses include pediatric thoracotomy, mini‑thoracotomy approaches, and procedures on small-chested adults where precise incremental opening and minimal soft-tissue footprint are important for exposure and postoperative recovery.
Design & Configuration
The instrument uses the classical Finochietto-style rack-and-pinion self-retaining mechanism to allow smooth, continuous, and locked retraction with fine incremental control. The Haight-style blades present a rounded, atraumatic contact surface that distributes pressure along the rib to reduce focal stress on bone and soft tissue. The compact dimensions (27x30x95 mm) and aluminum construction reduce overall weight, improving handling and surgeon control during longer cases or when frequent repositioning is required.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Rib spreader (self-retaining)
- Pattern / model: Finochietto-Baby-Haight
- Configuration: Rack-and-pinion, ratcheting mechanism with Haight-style blades
- Size: 27x30x95 mm
- Tip / jaw pattern: Haight blade (rounded, atraumatic contact)
- Typical surgical use: Pediatric and small adult thoracotomy / mini-thoracotomy exposure
- Material: Aluminum frame
- Reusable: Yes; designed for repeated sterilization
Material & Construction
Constructed with an aluminum frame to provide a balance of strength and lightweight handling suitable for pediatric and small adult cases. The blade surfaces are shaped to minimize point loading on ribs and soft tissue. Reusable construction is compatible with standard hospital sterilization processes; inspect for wear on the rack, pinion, and blade seating before reuse.
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