Iliac Crest Retractors

Iliac Crest Retractors — Overview & Clinical Use

What It Is
An Iliac Crest Retractor is a hand-held surgical instrument engineered to retract soft tissue and hold exposure of the iliac crest during bone graft harvesting or reconstructive surgeries. It is essential for securing the operative field when accessing both the inner and outer tables of the crest.medicalinst.net+13PMC+13Life Instruments+13

Key Specifications & Variants

• Adult vs. Pediatric Sizes:

  • Adult versions are standard.

  • Pediatric models feature a flat handle and are crafted from stainless steel—often sourced from Germany.medicalinst.net+5amblersurgical.com+5amblersurgical.com+5Life Instruments+1

• Obwegeser Model:

  • Typical specs include 22 cm length and blade dimensions such as 30/60 × 60 mm.Sklar Surgical Equipment+10surgicaltools.com+10store.notroxinstruments.com+10

• Tessier Style:

  • For instance, Sklar® offers sizes like 66 mm × 50 mm with satin or black finishes.Sklar Surgical Equipment+1

• Lifecycle & Sterility:

  • Available as either reusable or ultra-clean single-use instruments.eBay+14bossinstruments.com+14Sklar Surgical Equipment+14

Surgical Applications & Advantages

• Bone Harvesting:
  Ideal for procedures where bone grafts are taken from the iliac crest—enabling precise exposure of the inner and outer tables. Surgeons may place retractors on either side of the crest for optimal access.bossinstruments.com+14PMC+14Wheeless’ Textbook of Orthopaedics+14

• Adjustable Positioning:
  Hand-held design allows for dynamic repositioning to minimize tissue trauma, especially when working underneath muscles or fascia.Instrumentarium

• Tailored Fit:
  With varying sizes and blade dimensions, surgeons can choose the instrument best suited for the patient’s anatomy—whether adult or pediatric.amblersurgical.comsurgicaltools.com

Image SEO & Meta Description

Image SEO Components

• Alt Text:
  Iliac Crest Retractor stainless steel surgical instrument for bone graft exposure

• Image Title:
  Iliac Crest Retractor – Stainless Steel Bone Graft Retractor

• Image Caption:
  Iliac Crest Retractor designed for iliac bone graft procedures, available in adult and pediatric sizes.

• Image Description:
  High-quality stainless steel Iliac Crest Retractor—various models like Obwegeser and Tessier—with ergonomic handles and multiple blade sizes (e.g., 66 × 50 mm) for precise exposure during bone harvest.

Meta Description (approx. 150 characters)

“Iliac Crest Retractor – stainless steel instrument in adult and pediatric sizes (e.g., Obwegeser 22 cm, 30/60 × 60 mm) for precise bone graft exposure.”

Suggested Internal Linking for Surgivalley Site

Enhance SEO and site flow by connecting related offerings:

• “Iliac Crest Retractors Collection” – link to your dedicated category.

• “Explore our Gelpi Retractor with Cerebellar Tips” – connects to primary neurosurgical tools.

• “Learn about Hayes Bone Retractor” – for variation in bone retraction tools.

• “Quality Assurance & Certifications” – for demonstrating Surgivalley’s manufacturing standards.

Example text for internal linking:

“When harvesting grafts from the iliac crest, the Iliac Crest Retractor ensures precision—complement this with the fine control of our Gelpi Retractor. All instruments reflect Surgivalley’s uncompromised quality assurance standards.”

Specification
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