Hertzler Rib Spreader

Description

Hertzler Rib Spreader

The Hertzler rib spreader is a small spreader for opening compact chest incisions. Its blades measure 20 mm wide and 25 mm deep.

Small by design

With a 105 mm spread, it opens far less than full-size models. So it suits small incisions and limited exposures where a big frame would crowd the field. Also, it takes up little room on a crowded field.

What B, H and C mean

In our listing, B marks blade width at 20 mm. Meanwhile, H gives blade depth at 25 mm. Finally, C describes the spread, which tops out at 105 mm.

Shallow blades

A 25 mm blade depth suits a thinner chest wall. Therefore, it may fit smaller patients well. Plus, shallow blades sit low in the incision and leave room for other instruments.

Hertzler or Haight

Both come in one compact size. However, the Hertzler rib spreader has narrower, shallower blades and opens a little wider. So pick by blade size and the width of opening each case needs.

Reprocessing Hertzler rib spreader

Scrub the small blades after each use, paying attention to corners. Then open and close it a few times to check that movement stays smooth. Keep it with other small thoracic tools so it does not get lost among larger spreaders.

Hertzler rib spreader specifications

• Blade width (B): 20 mm
• Blade depth (H): 25 mm
• Spread (C): 105 mm
• One small size

Supply and warranty

If your instrument shows a manufacturing defect within three years, we will put it right. 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 wider blades in a compact frame, see our Haight rib spreader. 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.