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Caspar Retractors

Caspar retractors are the standard retractor system for anterior cervical spine surgery - ACDF, corpectomy and disc replacement. A self-retaining frame holds interchangeable blades that spread the soft tissues of the neck medially and laterally, giving a stable window onto the cervical spine.

This collection covers the Caspar-type cervical retractor system, lateral and medial cervical retractor blades from 40mm to 70mm, the Caspar counter retractor frame and set, Caspar nerve root retractors, and an 8" Caspar retractor.

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    Caspar-Type Cervical Retractor System - Side-Loading, with Tray & Cover

    The Caspar-Type Cervical Retractor System is a side-loading retractor set for anterior cervical spine surgery. Side-loading blades can be fitted to...

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    Caspar Nerve Root Retractors 8mm

    The Caspar Nerve Root Retractor, 8mm is a surgical instrument designed for gentle retraction of nerve roots during spinal and neurosurgical procedu...

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    Caspar Nerve Root Retractors 10mm

    The Caspar Nerve Root Retractor, 10mm is a surgical instrument designed for gentle retraction of nerve roots during spinal and neurosurgical proced...

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    Caspar Nerve Root Retractors - 6mm

    The Caspar Nerve Root Retractor - 6mm is a surgical instrument designed for gentle and controlled nerve root retraction during spinal procedures. I...

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    Caspar Nerve Root Retractor 4mm

    A precision surgical tool for neurosurgical procedures, especially spinal surgery that call for delicate nerve root retraction, is the Caspar Nerve...

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    Caspar Counter Retractor Set with 6 Blades

    Caspar counter retractor, complete set with 6 blades. German surgical-steel construction. Counter-retraction system used in anterior cervical expos...

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    Caspar Counter Retractor Frame Only

    Caspar counter retractor, frame only. German surgical-steel construction. Frame component sold without blades; compatible blades are available sepa...

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    Caspar Cervical Retractor Blade, Black, 40-70 mm

    Caspar cervical retractor replacement blade in a black, non-reflective finish that reduces glare under operative lighting. German surgical-steel co...

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    CASPAR Cervical Retractor Blade Medial 60 x 23 mm

    CASPAR cervical retractor blade, medial side, sized 60 x 23 mm. Provides deep, controlled retraction during anterior cervical discectomy and fusion...

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    CASPAR Cervical Retractor Blade Lateral 60 x 23 mm

    CASPAR cervical retractor blade, lateral side, sized 60 x 23 mm. Provides deep lateral retraction during anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (A...

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    CASPAR Cervical Retractor Blade Lateral 55 x 23 mm

    CASPAR cervical retractor blade, lateral side, sized 55 x 23 mm. Suited to anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) procedures requiring deep...

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    CASPAR Cervical Retractor Blade Lateral 50 x 23 mm

    CASPAR cervical retractor blade, lateral side, sized 50 x 23 mm. Used during anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) to provide controlled l...

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    CASPAR Cervical Retractor Blade Lateral 45 x 23 mm

    CASPAR cervical retractor blade, lateral side, sized 45 x 23 mm. Designed for anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) to retract paravertebr...

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    CASPAR Cervical Retractor Blade Lateral 40 x 23 mm

    CASPAR cervical retractor blade, lateral side, sized 40 x 23 mm. Used in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) procedures to retract the l...

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    8" Caspar Retractor 67 x 17mm

    For accurate and steady tissue retraction, a specialized surgical retractor is mostly utilized in spinal and neurosurgery procedures. This 8" Caspa...

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What this collection covers

  • Caspar-type cervical retractor system - side-loading, supplied with tray and cover.
  • Cervical retractor blades - lateral 40, 45, 50, 55 and 60 x 23mm, medial 60 x 23mm, and black blades 40-70mm.
  • Caspar counter retractor - frame only, or set with 6 blades.
  • Caspar nerve root retractors - 4mm, 6mm, 8mm and 10mm.
  • 8" Caspar retractor - 67 x 17mm.

Lateral and medial blades

The lateral (side-to-side) retractor holds the longus colli and esophagus/trachea apart; the counter (head-to-foot) retractor works at right angles to it. Blade depth is chosen to reach the anterior vertebral surface for the patient's neck - typically 40-60mm. Keep several depths on the tray so the blade can be swapped without moving the frame.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Caspar retractor used for? Holding the soft tissues of the neck apart during anterior cervical spine surgery such as ACDF and corpectomy.

Which blade length do I need? Match the blade to the depth from the skin to the anterior spine. 40-60mm covers most adult necks; larger necks need the longer blades.

What is a nerve root retractor? A narrow hand-held blade (4-10mm) that gently holds a nerve root aside during decompression.

Is there a complete set? Yes - the Caspar-type system comes with tray and cover. See Surgical Retractor Sets for other cervical and lumbar sets.

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