Mayo Surgical Retractor 7.0 cm (2.7)

Controlled Retraction for Clearer Surgical Access

The Mayo abdominal retractor is a hand-held surgical retractor designed to help maintain tissue displacement and support access during open procedures. Its 11-inch length provides practical reach, while the 2 3/4-inch-wide blade presents a broad contact surface for controlled retraction. The lamb handle supports secure manual handling as staff adjust positioning during the procedure. Suitable for workflow contexts across General Surgery, Cardiovascular, and Neurosurgery, this retractor can assist with exposure tasks where steady instrument control and dependable access are important. Its straightforward configuration supports familiar handling and efficient coordination at the operating table.

Use Cases

• Support manual retraction during open abdominal procedures in General Surgery.
• Assist with maintaining access and visualization while surgical teams work within an exposed operative field.
• Provide a broad blade surface for controlled tissue displacement during applicable Cardiovascular procedures.
• Support exposure and access tasks in applicable Neurosurgery workflows where a hand-held retractor is appropriate.
• Allow staff to reposition the instrument by its lamb handle as access requirements change during a procedure.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the retractor according to facility protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions for use.
• Inspect the blade, handle, and working surfaces before and after use for visible soil, damage, or distortion.
• Handle the blade carefully to help prevent damage to its edges or contact surfaces.
• Store the retractor in a manner that protects it from impact, contamination, and contact with other instruments.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.