Sternal Retractors – Stainless Steel

Lung Retractors Allison Lung Retractor is a surgical instrument used in cardiothoracic procedures in which it is necessary to retract the lungs. This lung retractor is crafted with a solid hooked handle and a flat, spatula shaped blade. The lightweight design and wide, flat blade ensure the least amount of excessive pressure on lung tissue so as to maintain the maximum amount of ventilation through the procedure. This instrument is available in two blade sizes to accommodate a wide range of patients and surgical scenarios.

Rib Retractors aluminum arms & blades Cooley Rib Retractor is the ideal instrument for use during cardiothoracic procedures when there is an absolute need to keep the surgical field open by spreading the ribs. These retractors are crafted from aluminum and have two arms with a lip that allows it to be inserted between the ribs and and adjustable ratchet which gives precise control of the amount of spread. This instrument is available in two sizes: adult and pediatric.

Bailey-Gibbon Rib Approximator w/ extended three-pronged blades, 6-3/4" (17.0 cm) Baily-Gibbon Rib Approximator is an instrument used in cardiothoracic surgical procedures. This rib approximator comes equipped with extended three-pronged blades which gives it better gripping ability during rib approximation. A ratcheting mechanism with a large dial are used to set the claws at variable spreads and then bring them closer together.

Titanium, 2 pairs of interchangeable blades, spread: 2" (52.0 mm), arm length: 1-5/8" (40.0 mm), blades: 3/8" long x 3/5" deep (10.0 mm long x 15.0 mm deep), 3/4" x 3/5" (20.0 mm long x 15.0 mm deep) Pediatric sternal retractor is used in pediatric thoracic operations to separate the chest and allow surgeons to access the heart and lungs. It is made of non-magnetic, blue anodized titanium, and thus is extremely strong and lightweight.