Israel Retractor

Description

Israel Retractor

The Israel retractor uses a broad, blunt rake to hold the abdominal wall and deep muscle. It measures 23.5 cm and comes in four blade sizes.

Four sizes

Blades measure 40 x 40, 45 x 50, 50 x 60 and 70 x 70 mm. So the small blade suits a lean patient, and the largest grips a thick wall. Also, they all share one length.

Blunt rake

Blunt tines grip tissue without cutting into it. Then the rake spreads pull across a wide strip. As a result, it holds muscle securely with less focal pressure.

Hand-held control

An assistant can adjust the angle as the case goes on. However, a large rake takes a firm hand over time. Therefore teams often rotate who holds it.

Where it helps

Abdominal surgeons use an Israel retractor to lift the wall in open cases. Meanwhile, others use it for deep muscle layers. Plus, the 70 x 70 mm blade suits large openings.

Looking after Israel retractor

Brush between each tine to clear trapped tissue. Next, rinse the rake and handle in clean water. Finally, dry it thoroughly and keep the large blade from pressing on other items.

Israel retractor specifications

• Length: 23.5 cm
• Blades: 40×40, 45×50, 50×60, 70×70 mm
• Blunt rake
• Hand-held

Why buy from us

Your instrument comes with a three-year warranty against manufacturing faults. In addition, every shipment gets a hand inspection in Atlanta. You can find care tips in our FAQs. Surgical stainless grades fall under ASTM F899. For sharp or blunt rakes with 2 to 6 prongs, see our Martin retractor. The rest of our surgical retractors is one click away.

For professional use only. See our care and sterilization guide for notes on photos and materials, and our returns policy before you order.