Zenker Retractor

Description

Zenker Retractor

The Zenker retractor holds tissue back in deep wounds. Its overall length grows with the blade, from 23.5 to 30 cm.

Blade and length

The 35 x 8 mm blade comes on a 23.5 cm body. Then 60 x 12 mm measures 26 cm, and 75 x 12 mm measures 27.5 cm. Finally, 85 x 20 mm runs 29 cm and 100 x 25 mm runs 30 cm.

Deep retraction

Longer blades reach far below the surface. So the surgeon sees the base of a deep wound. Also, the longer body keeps the assistant’s hand out of view.

Narrow and wide

The narrow blades suit tight spaces. By contrast, the 85 and 100 mm blades hold wider tissue. Therefore pick width by the space you have.

A practical set

Many trays pair a short and a long Zenker retractor. Meanwhile, the middle sizes serve average depths. Plus, spare sizes help in busy lists.

Care of Zenker retractor

Clean along the entire blade, paying attention to the tip. Next, rinse under running water and inspect for bends. Finally, dry it and store longer sizes where they will not flex.

Zenker retractor specifications

• 35 x 8 mm, 23.5 cm
• 60 x 12 mm, 26 cm
• 75 x 12 mm, 27.5 cm
• 85 x 20 mm, 29 cm
• 100 x 25 mm, 30 cm

Buying from Intrace USA

In addition, we cover this instrument for three years against manufacturing defects. We also inspect each order by hand in Atlanta. You can find care tips in our FAQs. Surgical stainless grades fall under ASTM F899. For nine right-angle blades, see our Kocher-Langenbeck retractor. The rest of our surgical retractors is one click away.

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