Thyroid Retractor

Deaver Retractor - Flat Handle, Curved End flat handle, flexible, curved end Deaver Retractor is flexible and includes a flat handle with a curved end. This uniquely shaped retractor allows the surgeon to have a more comfortable hold while positioning it during surgeries. These surgeries typically involve areas in the deep abdominal or chest cavity. The flexible nature of the slightly curved blade may help to prevent injury to the organs area being held. In order to accommodate certain cases, this instrument is offered in various blade widths and lengths.

Davis Brain Spatula malleable, 7" (17.5 cm) Davis Brain Spatula is 7" in length and comes in a variety of widths to accommodate different cases. This instrument is commonly used in neurology procedures to hold the opening in the brain while operating. The spatula is also malleable, which allows it to bend and fit the size or depth of the operated brain. Following the conclusion of the surgery, a small hammer is used to strike the spatula in order to restore it to its initial shape.

w/ ratchet bar mechanism, w/ fixed fenestrated side blades, 7-1/8" (18.1 cm) maximum spread Balfour Abdominal Retractor with Fixed Side Blades contains a ratchet bar mechanism and side blades that are fenestrated. These side blades are designed to push apart an incision while the ratchet holds the instrument in position. The solid center blade, however, can be lowered or raised to provide better visibility for the surgeon.

Cottle Tenaculum angled, 6-1/4" (16.0 cm) Cottle Tenaculum has a long, slim handle with a hook that tapers into an angled point. The primary use of this hook is to grasp or hold tissue away from the surgical site in order to provide the surgeon with greater visibility to the area. This instrument is offered in a 6 ¼" length.