Deaver Surgical Retractor 30.5 cm (12)

Controlled Retraction for Clearer Operative Access

The 12" Deaver Retractor, width 1" #1, is a hand-held surgical retractor designed to gently hold tissue aside and support exposure during operative procedures. Its extended 12-inch length provides useful reach into the operative field, while the 1-inch width offers a focused retraction surface for controlled handling. As part of the Deaver retractor family, it can support practical access and visualization needs across General Surgery and Neurosurgery workflows when appropriate retraction is required. The straightforward design supports familiar instrument handling and helps maintain a clear working area without adding unnecessary complexity to the procedure setup.

Use Cases

• General Surgery: assist with holding tissue aside to support access and visualization during open operative procedures.
• Neurosurgery: support controlled tissue retraction where a hand-held instrument of this length and width is appropriate to the operative approach.
• Provide focused retraction with the 1-inch width when a narrower contact area is preferred.
• Use the 12-inch length to help reach areas within the operative field while maintaining practical instrument control.
• Support instrument setup for procedures requiring a conventional Deaver-style retractor.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the retractor according to facility protocols and the applicable instructions for use.
• Inspect the retractor before and after use for visible damage, distortion, surface changes, or other conditions that could affect handling.
• Handle the instrument carefully to preserve its shape and retraction surface; avoid using it as a lever or for purposes outside its intended function.
• Store the retractor in a clean, dry area where it is protected from impact and unnecessary contact with other instruments.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.