Meyerding Surgical Retractor 19.1 cm (7.5)

Stable Retraction for Clearer Surgical Access

The Meyerding retractor is a hand-held surgical retractor designed to maintain tissue separation and support exposure during operative procedures. Its 7 1/2-inch length, 2 3/8-inch blades, and 1-inch-wide blade profile provide a practical combination of reach and working-surface coverage. The toothed blades are paired with a ring handle and ratchet, allowing the instrument to remain engaged while the operator works. This configuration can support retraction tasks in General Surgery, Neurosurgery, and Plastic Surgery, with handling suited to workflows that require steady positioning and access without continuous manual pressure.

Use Cases

• Support tissue retraction and operative exposure during General Surgery procedures.
• Maintain access around the operative field in Neurosurgery workflows when a toothed retractor is appropriate.
• Assist with controlled tissue separation during Plastic Surgery procedures.
• Use the ring handle and ratchet to help maintain the selected retraction position during surgical tasks.
• Apply the 2 3/8-inch by 1-inch-wide blades where the named blade dimensions suit the required exposure.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the retractor promptly after use according to facility protocols and applicable instrument-processing instructions.
• Inspect the toothed blades, ring handle, and ratchet for soil, damage, misalignment, or restricted movement before reuse.
• Handle the toothed blades carefully during cleaning, transport, and setup to help protect their working edges.
• Store the retractor in a manner that prevents contact damage to the blades and allows the ratchet and handle to remain accessible for inspection.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.