Clinical Application
Designed for fine retraction of thymic tissue and adjacent small mediastinal structures during thoracic procedures, including thymectomy and procedures requiring exposure of the anterior mediastinum. The small 6 x 13 mm blade footprint permits targeted retraction in confined spaces while minimizing compression of delicate tissue, improving visualization for dissection and hemostasis.
Design & Configuration
The compact rectangular blade provides a broad but low-profile surface to distribute retraction forces across thymic tissue without concentrating pressure at a single point. The 20.5 cm shaft length gives sufficient reach from superficial entry points to the anterior mediastinum while maintaining tactile control. This geometry facilitates precise, controlled retraction in pediatric and adult cases where space is limited.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Retractor for thymic and mediastinal exposure
- Model: Schoenborn Thymus Retractor
- Blade size: 6 x 13 mm
- Overall length: 20.5 cm
- Typical use: Targeted retraction of thymus and small mediastinal tissues
- Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable instrument
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to resist corrosion and tolerate repeated sterilization cycles. The blade and shaft are precision-formed to provide a smooth, atraumatic contact surface appropriate for soft-tissue retraction. Reusable construction supports standard hospital sterilization workflows.
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