Rochard Retractor Blade

Description

Rochard Retractor Blade

This Rochard retractor blade fits the Rochard frame retractor system. You buy the blade alone and mount it on a Rochard frame you already own.

Lifting the costal margin

Surgeons use the Rochard system in upper abdominal surgery. The blade goes under the costal margin and lifts it. As a result, the upper abdomen opens up to view.

Five sizes

Sizes run 50 x 95, 50 x 105, 60 x 120, 60 x 135 and 60 x 155 mm. So you can match the blade to a slim or a larger patient. Also, longer blades reach further under the ribs.

Part of a system

The Rochard setup mounts on the table and uses a frame and ratchet to lift. Meanwhile, the blade does the lifting at the wound. Therefore, a sound blade matters as much as the frame.

Blade only

This order includes no frame or ratchet. Instead, you add it to an existing Rochard set. Plus, a spare Rochard retractor blade covers a second size.

Reprocessing Rochard retractor blade

Wipe the blade soon after surgery so fluid does not dry on its face. Then clean it by hand or machine and inspect the fitting end. Finally, store it flat with the other parts of the system.

Rochard retractor blade specifications

• Component: blade only
• Fits: Rochard frame retractor system
• Sizes: 50 x 95, 50 x 105, 60 x 120, 60 x 135, 60 x 155 mm
• Use: upper abdominal surgery

Warranty and support

In addition, we cover this instrument for three years against manufacturing defects. Also, we check each piece in Atlanta before shipping. You can find care tips in our FAQs. Meanwhile, ASTM F899 describes the steel grades used for surgical instruments. To lift the blade, pair it with our retractor ratchet mechanism. Our full range sits in the surgical retractor category.

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