Allison Lung Spatula

Description

Allison Lung Spatula

The Allison lung retractor, often called a lung spatula, holds lung tissue away from the area of work. It comes in 30, 32 and 33 cm.

Allison lung retractor: keeping the lung out of the way

During thoracic surgery, the lung can drift into the field. So the spatula holds it back with broad, gentle pressure. Then the surgeon keeps a steady view of the target while an assistant holds position.

Long lengths

At 30 to 33 cm, it reaches across a large chest. Also, the length lets an assistant stand clear of the surgeon. Therefore, it suits both open and deep work in the chest.

Choosing a size

The 30 cm size handles many standard cases. By contrast, the 32 and 33 cm versions help in larger or deeper chests. Many teams keep two sizes on hand to cover most patients.

Spatula or retractor?

Catalogs list this instrument under both names. In that case, the Allison lung retractor and Allison lung spatula mean the same tool here. Plus, pairing it with holding forceps makes lung work smoother for the surgeon and assistant.

Reprocessing Allison lung retractor

Wipe the blade clean and wash both sides thoroughly after each case. Next, check the surface for scratches or bends. Store it flat in a long tray so the blade stays true.

Allison lung retractor specifications

• Lengths: 30, 32 and 33 cm
• Lung spatula and retractor
• Holds lung tissue away from the field

Why buy from us

Also, every instrument we sell carries three years of cover against manufacturing defects. Also, we check each piece in Atlanta before shipping. Questions about sterilization? Our FAQs can help. Also, ASTM F899 covers surgical instrument steels. For grasping lung tissue, see our Lovelace forceps. You can also browse all our cardiovascular and thoracic instruments.

Professional use only. Our care and sterilization guide covers images and the nickel in stainless steel; delivery times are in our shipping policy.