Bauer sigmoid notch retractor 8 slightly curved left hook, grip handle

Controlled Retraction with Practical Reach and Grip

The Bauer sigmoid notch retractor is an 8-inch hand-held retractor designed to hold tissue aside and support access during surgical exposure. Its slightly curved left hook provides a defined profile for positioning around the operative field, while the grip handle supports controlled handling during manipulation and repositioning. In General Surgery, it can assist with maintaining working space during exposure. Its compact format and hooked design may also support access-oriented handling in Maxillofacial Surgery. The instrument is suited to workflows where dependable manual retraction and clear visualization are important considerations.

Use Cases

• Support manual tissue retraction during exposure in General Surgery.
• Assist with maintaining access around the operative field using the slightly curved left hook.
• Provide controlled hand positioning through the integrated grip handle during retraction and repositioning.
• Support access-oriented retraction tasks in Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Use where an 8-inch instrument offers practical reach for hand-held operative exposure.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the retractor according to facility protocols and the applicable instrument-care instructions.
• Inspect the slightly curved left hook and grip handle for visible soil, damage, or changes that could affect handling before use.
• Handle the hook carefully during cleaning, transport, and storage to help protect its formed profile.
• Store the instrument in a manner that prevents contact damage and keeps it readily identifiable for the next procedure.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.