Weitlaner Self-Retaining Retractor 11.4 cm (4.5)

Controlled Retraction for Consistent Surgical Exposure

The 4 1/2" Chung Weitlaner Retractor is a self-retaining surgical retractor designed to help maintain tissue separation during operative exposure. Its 25mm sharp tips provide a defined point of contact, while the 4.5" overall length supports handling in focused surgical fields. The Weitlaner pattern is suited to workflows where stable retraction can help keep the operative area accessible without requiring continuous manual holding. It may be used across approved applications including General Surgery and Neurosurgery, with selection and placement determined by the procedure, tissue requirements, and facility practice.

Use Cases

• Maintaining tissue separation during General Surgery procedures requiring sustained operative exposure.
• Supporting focused access in Neurosurgery workflows where a compact retractor is appropriate for the surgical field.
• Positioning sharp tips to engage tissue at a defined contact point during retraction.
• Using the self-retaining Weitlaner pattern to reduce the need for continuous manual holding during suitable tasks.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the retractor promptly after use according to facility protocols and the applicable instructions for use.
• Inspect the sharp tips, working surfaces, and retaining mechanism for visible soil, damage, or impaired function before handling or reuse.
• Handle the sharp tips carefully during cleaning, transport, and setup to reduce the risk of accidental contact or instrument damage.
• Store the retractor in a manner that protects the tips and prevents contact with other instruments.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.