Weitlaner Self-Retaining Retractor 24.1 cm (9.5)

Controlled Retraction for Consistent Surgical Access

The Beckman-Weitlaner self-retaining retractor is designed to hold tissue margins apart during surgical exposure, helping maintain access without requiring continuous manual retraction. Its 9 1/2-inch length supports reach into operative fields, while the hinged blades, 3x4 sharp prongs, ring handle, and ratchet catch provide a configuration suited to controlled placement and adjustment. The self-retaining design can support organized instrument handling across cardiovascular, general surgery, neurosurgery, and orthopedic workflows. Its sharp tip configuration is intended for applications where secure engagement of the retracted margins is required, with positioning and use determined by the clinician and facility protocol.

Use Cases

• Maintain exposure during cardiovascular procedures where a self-retaining retractor can help hold tissue margins apart.
• Support general surgery workflows requiring adjustable, hands-free retraction during operative access.
• Assist with controlled exposure in neurosurgical procedures when the appropriate retraction approach is selected by the surgical team.
• Provide retraction support in orthopedic procedures involving access around musculoskeletal structures.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess according to the facility's validated protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect the sharp prongs, hinged blades, ring handle, and ratchet catch for damage, deformation, corrosion, or impaired movement before use.
• Handle the sharp prongs carefully during cleaning, transport, and setup to help protect personnel and the instrument.
• Store the retractor in a manner that protects the prongs and prevents unnecessary stress on the hinged and ratcheting components.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.