Scoville Nerve Root Retractor

Description

Scoville Nerve Root Retractor

The Scoville nerve root retractor moves a spinal nerve root and the dura aside. Surgeons use it during disc and decompression surgery to protect the nerve.

Protecting the nerve

The nerve root often lies directly over a herniated disc. Therefore the surgeon gently moves it away with the retractor blade. Meanwhile, rongeurs and curettes work on the disc.

Two sizes

We offer a 7 mm blade at 20 cm and an 8 mm blade at 23 cm. The shorter version suits typical lumbar depth. In contrast, the longer version reaches deeper wounds.

During discectomy

After opening the ligamentum flavum, the surgeon identifies the root. Then the retractor draws it medially to reveal the disc. Finally, the surgeon removes the retractor and checks the root.

Picking a size

Consider patient build and how deep you usually work. For example, larger patients may need the 23 cm version. Many teams keep both, since swapping costs only seconds.

Caring for your Scoville nerve root retractor

Rinse the blade after surgery to stop protein from drying on it. Then wash it with a soft sponge and enzymatic or neutral detergent. Dry and sterilize it according to your department’s process.

Scoville nerve root retractor specifications

• 7 mm blade at 20 cm
• 8 mm blade at 23 cm
• Stainless steel

Ordering Scoville retractors

Both sizes come with our three-year warranty against any workmanship defect. Also, we inspect every retractor by hand at our Atlanta site before it goes out. Answers about ordering live on our FAQ page. Steel for surgical instruments has its standard in ASTM F899. For a single 9 mm option, see the Martin nerve root retractor. Then explore our neurosurgery shop.

For professional use. Our care page explains images and the presence of nickel in stainless steel. You can read the returns policy page before you buy.