Cooley-Struck Atrium Retractor

Description

Cooley-Struck Atrium Retractor

The Cooley-Struck atrium retractor holds the atrial wall open during mitral valve and atrial procedures. It measures 24 cm and comes with two blade sizes.

Two blade sizes

Blades measure 45 x 30 mm or 45 x 35 mm. So the choice comes down to that second figure. Meanwhile, both share the same 45 mm dimension.

A light serration

The blade carries a slight serration. As a result, it holds the atrial wall with less slipping. However, the texture remains only slight, not a coarse grip.

Length for the chest

At 24 cm, it reaches the heart through a standard opening. Then an assistant can hold it steadily from the side. Also, the length keeps hands out of the surgeon’s view.

Stocking the tray

Cardiac trays often carry the Cooley-Struck atrium retractor in both blade sizes. First, choose the size your surgeons use most. Next, add the other for patients with a larger or smaller atrium.

Reprocessing Cooley-Struck atrium retractor

Brush along the serrated blade with a soft brush, since residue lodges in the texture. Then rinse and dry thoroughly. Finally, store it so the blade faces do not rub against other steel.

Cooley-Struck atrium retractor specifications

• Length: 24 cm
• Blade 45 x 30 mm
• Blade 45 x 35 mm
• Slightly serrated blade

Warranty and support

In addition, we cover this instrument for three years against manufacturing defects. Also, we check each piece in Atlanta before shipping. For care and cleaning questions, read our FAQs. Surgical stainless grades fall under ASTM F899. For aortic exposure, see our Crawford aortic retractor. Also, see our whole cardiovascular and thoracic range.

For trained professionals only. Notes on images and nickel content sit in our care and sterilization guide; see shipping and delivery for dispatch details.