Finochietto Spreader w/3 pair blade 15cm Alum

Clinical Application

This instrument provides controlled retraction of ribs and sternum to create and maintain the surgical exposure required for open thoracic procedures. It is used in thoracotomy, portions of median sternotomy, and other procedures where lateral or anterior chest wall spreading is needed. The self-retaining mechanism frees the surgical team from continuous manual retraction, improving access and efficiency during dissection, graft placement, and hemostasis.

Design & Configuration

The Finochietto-style design features a rack-and-pinion screw (self-retaining) mechanism that permits fine, incremental opening and reliable locking at the desired span. The included three pairs of blades allow selection of blade width and profile to match patient anatomy and incision size, enabling focused retraction while minimizing soft-tissue trauma. The compact 15 cm dimension provides a moderate span suitable for small-to-medium thoracic exposures where controlled, localized spreading is required.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Rib spreader (thoracic retractor)
• Pattern / model: Finochietto
• Configuration: Self-retaining rack-and-pinion screw mechanism; includes 3 pair blades
• Size: 15 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: Finochietto-style flat blades (3 pair)
• Typical use: Thoracotomy, sternotomy, rib retraction
• Material: Aluminum construction
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Constructed primarily from aluminum to reduce instrument weight while providing the structural rigidity required for thoracic retraction. The design emphasizes durable machining and a robust mechanical engagement for repeated clinical use. The instrument is intended for standard reprocessing and reuse according to facility sterilization 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