Clinical Application
Designed to provide atraumatic, stable exposure of the infant chest during pediatric thoracotomy, congenital cardiac access, mediastinal procedures and other infant thoracic surgeries. The compact blade geometry and shorter reach allow controlled rib separation and direct visualization of the operative field while minimizing excessive stress on fragile rib cartilage and surrounding tissues.
Design & Configuration
The self-retaining Finochietto pattern uses opposing spreader blades and an integrated ratchet to achieve and maintain incremental separation without continuous manual assistance. The 15x15x75 mm geometry offers a reduced-profile blade and limited span appropriate for infant anatomy, allowing precise control of retraction depth and width. The low-profile frame and lightweight aluminum construction improve handling and reduce fatigue for the surgical team during prolonged exposure.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Infant rib spreader / thoracic retractor
- Pattern / model: Finochietto Infant Spreader
- Configuration: Self-retaining with ratchet mechanism
- Size: 15x15x75 mm
- Typical use: Pediatric thoracotomy, infant cardiac and mediastinal exposure
- Material: Aluminum construction
- Reusable: Designed for repeated use with appropriate reprocessing
Material & Construction
Constructed from aluminum to provide a lightweight, maneuverable instrument well suited to pediatric cases. The instrument is manufactured for reusable clinical use and is designed to tolerate standard facility reprocessing and sterilization procedures when handled according to institutional 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