Meyerding Surgical Retractor 18.0 cm (7")
- The Meyerding finger retractor provides manual tissue retraction for operative exposure.
- The seven-inch overall length supports access while keeping handling straightforward.
- Its long profile helps extend reach into focused operative fields.
- The blunt 1/4-inch by 11/16-inch blade supports controlled retraction.
- Finger-style use supports direct tactile control during tissue retraction.
- Applies across cardiovascular, general, neurosurgical, and plastic surgery procedures.
SKU: 005210691
Categories: Retractors, Retractors | Rib Spreaders, Retractors, Retractors
Controlled Finger Retraction for Focused Surgical Access
The Meyerding finger retractor is a 7-inch handheld retractor designed for controlled manual retraction during surgical procedures. Its long, blunt 1/4-inch by 11/16-inch blade supports focused tissue or wound-edge retraction while the extended profile helps the user maintain access from a practical working position. The compact blade dimensions are suited to areas where a smaller contact surface and deliberate positioning are useful. In cardiovascular, general surgery, neurosurgery, and plastic surgery workflows, this instrument can support visualization and hands-on exposure as part of a broader retraction technique, without replacing procedure-specific judgment or facility protocols.
Use Cases
- Support focused manual retraction during general surgery when a long, blunt finger-style instrument is appropriate for controlled exposure.
- Assist cardiovascular surgical workflows that require deliberate handheld positioning around a defined operative area.
- Provide a compact retraction option for neurosurgical procedures where careful instrument placement and controlled access are important.
- Support plastic surgery handling tasks involving localized retraction and visualization during reconstructive or soft-tissue procedures.
Specifications
Care & Reprocessing
- Clean and reprocess the retractor according to facility protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
- Inspect the blunt blade and handle before and after use for visible damage, distortion, residue, or issues that could affect handling.
- Handle the blade carefully during cleaning, transport, and setup to help preserve its shape and working edge.
- Store the instrument in a manner that protects the blade from contact damage and keeps it ready for inspection before use.
Specifications
| Model / Pattern | Meyerding |
| Overall Length | 18 cm (7") |
| Length (cm) | 18 cm |
| Width | 1/4" × 11/16" blade |
| Coating/Material | AISI 420 German Stainless Steel |
General use; follow facility protocols.
Technical Specifications
| Coating/Material | AISI 420 German Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Length (cm) | 17.78 cm |
| Overall Length | 17.78 cm (7") |
| Width | 17.4625 mm |
| Overall Length | 18 cm (7") |
| Length (cm) | 18 cm |
| Width | 1/4" × 11/16" blade |
| Coating/Material | AISI 420 German Stainless Steel |
| Tip Type | Standard |
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