Goelet Retractor
Goelet Retractor
double-ended, 7-1/2" (19.0 cm)
Goelet Retractor is a double-ended instrument that is 7 ½" in length and has strongly curved blades on each end. This hand-held retractor may contribute in exposing superficial or small incisions in the body. In order to reduce glare from operating room lights, the instrument is polished to a dull, satin finish.
Gosset Abdominal Retractor
Gosset Abdominal Retractor
Gosset Abdominal Retractor contains lateral blades in different sizes to accommodate the patient. This retractor is self-retaining and is most often used to keep an incision open and expose the abdominal area. The two lateral blades of the retractor form a "P-shape" and can be adjusted on the vertical bar to move apart the opening.
Green Thyroid Retractor
Green Thyroid Retractor
fenestrated blade, 12.0 mm wide, 25.0 mm deep, 8-1/2" (21.5 cm)
Green Thyroid Retractor is a popular instrument that is used during procedures such as a thyroidectomy. In this case, the fenestrated curved blade can pull back the muscle in the neck and expose the area of the thyroid. During procedures that are several hours in length, this retractor also contains a fenestrated handle, which contributes to its more light-weight design and comfortable hold.
Guthrie Hook
Guthrie Hook
delicate, sharp, double prongs, 5" (12.7 cm)
Guthrie Hook consists of double prongs that are delicate and sharp. For this reason, the hook is primarily used during more delicate procedures such as plastic surgery in order to reduce any undesired trauma to the dermis. The hook is available in a 4 ¾" length with different hook widths depending on the type of skin or procedure being conducted.
Harrington Splanchnic Retractor
Harrington Splanchnic Retractor
flexible, 12-1/2" (32.0 cm), 127.0 mm deep
Harrington Splanchnic Retractor features a long, flexible blade that contains a slightly heart-shaped end. Primarily designed to retract the liver or intestines, the purpose of this style is to help reduce the possibility of damage to these organs. It may also be intended for deep abdominal wound retraction and contains a thick handle with a small, curved end to provide better handling.
Harrington-Baby Splanchnic Retractor
Harrington-Baby Splanchnic Retractor
flexible, 24.0 mm x 70.0 mm, 10" (25.0 cm)
Harrington-Baby Splanchnic Retractor is a flexible design that features a curved blade with a square end. This device is most often used to pull back the liver or intestines in areas that are more shallow, especially in young children. Certified instrument makers have hand-crafted this retractor and conformed it to the highest standards in instrumentation.
Harrington-Pemberton Splanchnic Retractor
Harrington-Pemberton Splanchnic Retractor
flexible, 12-1/2" (32.0 cm)
Harrington-Pemberton Splanchnic Retractor features a 12 ½" overall length and a strongly curved, flexible retractor blade. Although primarily used during general procedures, this retractor may also be applied during abdominal surgery in order to retract organs or intestines.
Hasson-Style Retractors
Hasson-Style Retractors
s-shaped, 6-3/4" (17.0 cm), pair
Hasson-Style Retractors are available in pairs that can come in sizes ranging from small to large and each contain different widths. The s-shape curve is a feature of this instrument because the blades are opposing each other. Additionally, the 6 ¾" long retractor may be useful during laparoscopic surgery to keep incisions open.
Hayes Hand Retractor
Heiss (Holzheimer) Cross Action Retractor
Heiss (Holzheimer) Cross Action Retractor
4x4 prongs, 4" (10.2 cm)
Heiss (Holzheimer) Cross Action Retractor is a self-retaining retractor that contains claws that curve outward and is 4" in length. If a small or shallow incision needs to be held open, especially in ophthalmology operations, this retractor can be held into place due to the ratchet mechanism that separates the two 4x4 prongs. According to the type of incision being held, sharp or blunt prongs are available.
Hibbs Retractor
Hibbs Retractor
sharp teeth
Hibbs Retractor offers superior soft tissue retraction in deep areas of the body during cases where extensive tissue causes an obstructed view. This retractor is designed to provide a secure hold using either the sharp tooth end or the elegantly curved handle end, when more leverage is needed, and is available in two sizes for a wide range of patients. The deep curve ensures a clean operating field of vision and allows for greater freedom of manipulation during delicate procedures.
Humby Double Skin Hook
Sharp, hinged adjustable, 3.0 mm wide, 4-3/4" (12.1 cm)
Humby Double Skin Hook has a hinge that connects at the end of the two rods. This hinge can be adjusted to increase the width between the sharp hooks according to the type of procedure performed. Typically, the skin hook is used in an array of medical situations that involve gentile manipulation of the dermis, such as plastic surgery operations.