Cottle thumb hook 2 sharp prongs 8.0mm spread

Controlled Tissue Engagement for General Surgical Retraction

The Cottle thumb hook is a hand-held surgical hook designed to engage and retract tissue during general surgery. Its two sharp prongs provide a defined point of contact, while the 8.0mm spread supports focused placement in areas where controlled access is important. The thumb-hook format promotes direct manual handling and adjustment as the operative field changes, helping the user position the instrument with deliberate control. This configuration is suited to tasks requiring localized retraction rather than broad surface engagement, offering a practical option for organizing tissue exposure during routine surgical handling.

Use Cases

• Engaging tissue with two sharp prongs during localized retraction.
• Supporting focused exposure when a defined 8.0mm spread is appropriate.
• Adjusting tissue position manually through the thumb-hook format.
• Using as a general surgery hook for controlled access and tissue handling.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess according to the facility's approved protocol and the applicable instructions for use.
• Inspect the two prongs before and after use for bending, damage, or other changes that could affect handling.
• Handle the sharp prongs carefully during cleaning, transport, and setup to reduce the risk of accidental contact.
• Store in a manner that protects the prongs from impact, abrasion, and contact with other instruments.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.