Papavero-Caspar Specula

Description

Papavero-Caspar Specula

Papavero-Caspar specula hold open a narrow approach in microsurgical spine surgery. Surgeons use them to keep a small, deep working channel clear under the microscope.

Narrow, deep access

Microsurgical lumbar techniques aim for a small skin opening. However, the target still sits deep. The specula blades keep soft tissue back along the whole depth of the channel.

Three sizes

We offer 80 x 11 mm, 90 x 13 mm and 100 x 15 mm. The first figure gives depth and the second gives width. So the 100 x 15 mm size suits the deepest approaches, while 80 x 11 mm fits smaller patients.

How they fit the Caspar system

These specula belong to the Caspar family of spine instruments. Surgeons often use them with a Caspar-type retractor frame. Check your frame first, and contact us if you need help confirming a fit.

Selecting blade sizes

Match the depth to the patients you treat most. For instance, many teams keep 90 x 13 mm as a standard and add another size for outliers. We can advise if you tell us your current set.

Caring for your Papavero-Caspar specula

Rinse each blade straight after use to stop blood drying on it. Then wash them with neutral detergent and a gentle brush, paying attention to edges. Dry the specula thoroughly before sterilization and storage.

Papavero-Caspar specula specifications

• 80 x 11, 90 x 13 or 100 x 15 mm
• Sizes given as depth x width
• Caspar family spinal specula
• Stainless steel

Ordering your specula

Specula from Intrace USA carry a three-year warranty covering workmanship defects. Because we inspect by hand, every blade gets a look in Atlanta before dispatch. Our FAQs address common buying questions. As for materials, ASTM F899 is the standard that applies to surgical instrument steels. For a wider size range, see the Caspar specula. In addition, you can view our neurosurgery listings.

For professional use. Please see the care article for how blade photos may vary and what nickel does in the steel. Then check the delivery page for timing.