Weitlaner Self-Retaining Retractor 3.0 cm (1.2)

Controlled Retraction for Clearer Surgical Access

The 4 1/2" Chung Weitlaner Retractor 30mm is a self-retaining surgical retractor designed to hold tissue aside and help maintain access within the operative field. Its compact 4.5" overall length supports close, controlled handling when working near the incision, while the named 30mm configuration provides a defined retraction profile for routine exposure tasks. Suitable for general surgery, neurosurgery, and orthopedic workflows, it can help keep hands available for other instruments and procedural steps. The Weitlaner format supports organized field management during tasks that require sustained retraction and consistent visualization without repeatedly repositioning a handheld instrument.

Use Cases

• Maintain tissue retraction during general surgery procedures where a self-retaining instrument can support continued access to the operative field.
• Support controlled exposure in neurosurgical workflows when compact instrument handling is useful around a focused surgical site.
• Assist orthopedic procedures requiring sustained retraction while the surgical team works with other instruments.
• Use for procedural steps that benefit from organized tissue positioning and hands-free maintenance of the retracted field.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the instrument according to facility protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect the retractor before and after use for visible damage, misalignment, or impaired operation.
• Handle the instrument carefully during setup, use, cleaning, and transport to help protect its working surfaces.
• Store in a clean, dry, protected location after processing.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.