Markham-Meyerding Retractor

Description

Markham-Meyerding Retractor

The Markham-Meyerding retractor is a hand-held retractor for spinal surgery. An assistant holds it so the blade keeps the paraspinal muscle away from the lamina.

What the pattern does

Meyerding-style retractors belong to the classic laminectomy tray. The blade hooks under the muscle edge, and then the handle lets an assistant pull steadily. As a result, the surgeon keeps a clear view of the posterior spine.

One compact size

We offer this model at 18 cm overall with a blade of 32 x 25 mm. That small blade suits a short incision or a single spinal level. For wider exposure, however, a larger Meyerding blade may serve better.

Its place in a spine set

Many teams keep a pair on the tray, one for each side of the wound. Surgeons also reach for it when a self-retaining retractor cannot sit well, for instance near the end of a case. Because it stays in the hand, the assistant can adjust tension moment by moment.

Is this the right blade for you?

First, think about the depth and width of your usual approach. Next, compare the 32 x 25 mm blade with the retractors you already stock. If you need a different blade, ask us and we will check what else fits your set.

Caring for your Markham-Meyerding retractor

Wipe blood from the blade right after the case so nothing dries in the curve. Then wash it with a neutral detergent and a soft brush. Rinse, dry completely and sterilize it following your facility’s usual cycle.

Markham-Meyerding retractor specifications

• Overall length: 18 cm
• Blade measuring 32 x 25 mm
• Hand-held retractor for spinal exposure
• Stainless steel

Buying this retractor from Intrace USA

Our three-year warranty covers this retractor against defects in workmanship. A person on our Atlanta team checks each piece by hand, and only then does the parcel ship. Questions about orders go to our frequently asked questions. We point buyers to ASTM F899, which is the standard for the steels in surgical instruments. If you need more blade choices, look at the Meyerding retractor with four blades. Also, the full neurosurgery catalog lists related tools.

Sold for professional use only. See our care guide for notes on product photos and on nickel in stainless steel, and check the delivery details before you order.