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Retractors

Retractors hold tissue, organs, and incision margins clear of the operative field. The choice between a handheld and a self-retaining pattern usually comes down to how many hands are available and how long the exposure has to be maintained.

Our retractor range covers general surgical, abdominal, thoracic, orthopaedic, urological, and ENT applications — from single-ended handheld blades through ratcheted self-retaining frames to complete sets. Named patterns are the fastest route in if you already work with a specific instrument, and the common ones have their own collections listed below.

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  • Davis-Meyer Mouth Gag Frame Only
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    Davis-Meyer Mouth Gag Frame Only

    Davis-Meyer mouth gag frame, sold without blade. Self-retaining ratcheted frame used for tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, and cleft palate exposure. A...

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  • Deaver Retractor hollow grip handle
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    Deaver Retractor hollow grip handle

    The hollow grip handle on this Deaver retractor allows for better maneuverability and lightweight handling during deep surgical procedures. The hol...

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  • DeBakey Femur Retractor for children
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    DeBakey Femur Retractor for children

    Designed specifically for pediatric femur procedures, the DeBakey Femur Retractor offers precision and gentle tissue handling. Its ergonomic design...

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  • DeLee Vaginal Retractor, 7 x 5 cm Blade, 23.5 cm
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    DeLee Vaginal Retractor, 7 x 5 cm Blade, 23.5 cm

    DeLee vaginal retractor with a 7 x 5 cm blade and 23.5 cm overall length. Used to retract and depress the posterior vaginal wall during delivery, r...

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  • Desmarres Eyelid Retractor 16cm
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    Desmarres Eyelid Retractor 16cm

    Desmarres eyelid retractor with a solid curved blade, 16cm overall length. Available in 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, and 18mm blade widths for everting the ey...

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  • Desmarres Eyelid Retractor Long 16mm 16cm
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    Desmarres Eyelid Retractor Long 16mm 16cm

    Desmarres eyelid retractor in a long pattern with a 16mm blade and 16cm overall length. Used to evert the upper or lower eyelid during ophthalmic e...

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  • Desmarres Lid Retractor 10mm
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    Desmarres Lid Retractor 10mm

    A specialized surgical tool called the Desmarres Lid Retractor (10mm blade) is used in ophthalmic surgeries to gently retract the eyelid, allowing ...

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  • Desmarres Lid Retractor Size 4, 18mm
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    Desmarres Lid Retractor Size 4, 18mm

    During ophthalmic treatments, the Desmarres Lid Retractor, Size 4, with a blade width of 18 mm, is intended to gently and effectively retract the u...

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  • Dingman Mouth Gag Retractor Frame Only
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    Dingman Mouth Gag Retractor Frame Only

    Dingman mouth gag retractor frame only. Tongue and cheek blades sold separately. Designed for cleft palate repair and intraoral maxillofacial proce...

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  • Doyen Tongue Depressor 13cm
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    Doyen Tongue Depressor 13cm

    Doyen pattern tongue depressor with a broad anatomically curved blade, suited to oral, ENT, and anesthesia work where wide tongue retraction and cl...

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  • Farabeuf Double-Ended Retractor Pair 12cm
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    Farabeuf Double-Ended Retractor Pair 12cm

    Farabeuf double-ended retractor pair, 12cm, used for soft-tissue retraction in general and orthopedic procedures. Supplied in pairs, manufactured i...

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  • Farabeuf Double-Ended Retractor Pair 15cm
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    Farabeuf Double-Ended Retractor Pair 15cm

    Farabeuf double-ended retractor pair, 15cm, used for soft-tissue retraction in general and orthopedic procedures. Supplied in pairs, manufactured i...

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  • Farr-Spring Retractor - Sharp
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    Farr-Spring Retractor - Sharp

    A surgical instrument designed for precise tissue retraction during delicate procedures. The sharp tips of the Farr-Spring Retractor allow for secu...

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  • Ferriera Breast Retractor 120x30mm with Cold Light and Aspiration
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    Ferriera Breast Retractor 120x30mm with Cold Light and Aspiration

    Ferriera breast retractor with a 120x30mm blade, featuring an integrated cold light port and aspiration channel for illuminated, smoke-evacuated di...

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  • Ferriera Breast Retractor with Cold Light and Aspiration
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    Ferriera Breast Retractor with Cold Light and Aspiration

    Ferriera breast retractor featuring an integrated cold light port and aspiration channel for illuminated, smoke-evacuated dissection in breast surg...

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  • Finsen Retractor, Sharp, 7cm
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    Finsen Retractor, Sharp, 7cm

    The Finsen retractor measures 7cm in overall length and features sharp prongs for tissue retraction in small incisions. The instrument is of German...

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  • Fisch Retractor 17cm Blunt
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    Fisch Retractor 17cm Blunt

    The Fisch Retractor measures 17cm with a blunt tip for gentle tissue retraction in otologic and skull base work. Built from German surgical steel f...

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  • Fisch Retractor 17cm Sharp
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    Fisch Retractor 17cm Sharp

    The Fisch Retractor measures 17cm with a sharp tip for defined tissue retraction in otologic and skull base work. Built from German surgical steel ...

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  • Five and a half-inch wide 20x28mm (Roux Retractor)
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    Five and a half-inch wide 20x28mm (Roux Retractor)

    You mentioned a 5 1/2-inch Roux retractor with a blade that is 20 mm by 28 mm. In order to improve sight and access to deeper locations during surg...

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  • Four-prong blunt Trachael Retractor
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    Four-prong blunt Trachael Retractor

    A frequent surgical tool in ENT (ear, nose, and throat) and general surgeries, especially during tracheotomy procedures, is a four-prong blunt trac...

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  • Frazier Abdominal Retractor, 85 mm, 40 x 40 mm Blade
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    Frazier Abdominal Retractor, 85 mm, 40 x 40 mm Blade

    Frazier self-retaining abdominal retractor for shallow abdominal and pediatric exposures. Maximum spread 85 mm with a 40 x 40 mm blade configuratio...

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  • Frazier Laminectomy Retractor
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    Frazier Laminectomy Retractor

    The Frazier Laminectomy Retractor is a specialized surgical instrument designed to provide optimal exposure during laminectomy and other spinal pro...

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  • Freeman Retractor 10 cm, 4 Prongs
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    Freeman Retractor 10 cm, 4 Prongs

    Freeman retractor, length 10 cm with 4 prongs for tissue retraction during plastic and reconstructive surgery. German surgical-steel construction. ...

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  • Freeman Retractor 18 cm, 4 Sharp Prongs, 22 mm Wide
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    Freeman Retractor 18 cm, 4 Sharp Prongs, 22 mm Wide

    Freeman retractor, length 18 cm (7") with 4 sharp prongs and 22 mm wide blade. Used for tissue retraction in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Ge...

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Handheld Retractors

Held in position by an assistant, giving fast repositioning during a procedure. Patterns in this range include Deaver, Richardson, Senn, Hohmann and rake retractors, alongside Gosset and Harrington abdominal patterns and Young prostatic retractors. See all handheld retractors.

Self-Retaining Retractors

These hold their own position once set, freeing an assistant and keeping tension constant. The range includes Balfour abdominal frame retractors with adjustable side blades, Weitlaner ratcheted patterns with outward-curving prongs, and Gelpi sharp-pointed patterns for narrow, deep exposure.

We also carry laparoscopic retractors for minimally invasive procedures and complete surgical retractor sets where a matched range is needed in one purchase.

How to Choose the Right Retractor

Handheld or self-retaining. With an assistant available and exposure that needs frequent adjustment, handheld is faster and more responsive. For long procedures, short-handed theatres, or exposure that must stay fixed, self-retaining frees a pair of hands and holds tension consistently.

Blade depth and width. The blade has to reach past the tissue being retracted without crowding the field. Deep-cavity work needs longer blades; superficial procedures are better served by shallower ones that do not obstruct visibility.

Blade edge. Blunt, smooth blades reduce trauma to organs and soft tissue. Sharp and pronged patterns grip skin, fascia, and fibrous tissue that a smooth blade would slip off.

Ratchet mechanism. On self-retaining patterns, check the ratchet holds securely at your working width and releases cleanly under load.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a handheld and a self-retaining retractor?
A handheld retractor is held in position by an assistant throughout. A self-retaining retractor locks at a set width and holds tissue open on its own, freeing an assistant and keeping tension constant through longer procedures.

Which retractor pattern should I choose for abdominal exposure?
Deaver and Gosset patterns are handheld options for deep abdominal work, while Balfour frame retractors provide fixed self-retaining exposure. The right choice depends on procedure length and whether an assistant is available.

Do you sell retractor sets or only individual instruments?
Both. Individual patterns can be ordered from this collection, and complete sets are available where a matched range is needed.

Can you quote a full retractor schedule for a hospital or tender?
Yes. Send us your instrument list and our team will respond with quoted line-item pricing, including bulk rates on larger orders.

Related collections

See also Rib Spreaders & Sternal Retractors, Featured Retractor Systems, Volkmann Retractors, Surgical Hooks, Brain Spatulas, Vaginal Specula and Mouth Gags & Tongue Depressors.