QUERVAIN Rib Spreader 35x50x180mm

Clinical Application

Designed to provide controlled lateral retraction of the ribs and intercostal tissues, this Quervain-style rib spreader is used to create and maintain an operative field during open thoracotomy and other chest wall procedures. The dual blade options allow the surgeon to select blade span appropriate for narrow or wider intercostal spaces, facilitating exposure for pulmonary resections, mediastinal procedures, chest wall stabilization and select cardiac approaches where rib separation is required.

Design & Configuration

The two-arm configuration produces balanced, bilateral retraction to minimize asymmetric pressure on the thoracic cage. Clinically, the availability of two blade widths (35 mm and 50 mm) enables matching of blade contact area to patient anatomy and incision size — narrower blades for tighter interspaces and wider blades when broader exposure is needed. The 180 mm parameter provides an extended span for deeper or larger exposures while maintaining controlled separation during delicate intrathoracic work.

Instrument Specifications

• Blade widths: 35 mm and 50 mm
• Maximum span / opening: 180 mm
• Two-arm rib retractor configuration for balanced lateral retraction
• Intended use: thoracotomy and chest wall exposure
• Reusable surgical instrument

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and resistance to corrosion. The instrument is designed for repeated clinical use and is compatible with standard sterilization processes used in hospital central sterile departments.

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