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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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  • LaVasseur-Merrill Retractor
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    LaVasseur-Merrill Retractor

    During head and neck procedures, the Levasseur-Merrill retractor is developed to provide dependable tissue retraction and the best possible visibil...

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  • Lead Hand Adult Size
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    Lead Hand Adult Size

    Lead hand, adult size. Flexible malleable retractor used to position and immobilize fingers and the hand during hand, wrist, and upper extremity su...

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  • Legueu Bladder Retractor
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    Legueu Bladder Retractor

    The Legueu bladder retractor delivers focused exposure of the bladder during open urologic and pelvic procedures. German surgical-steel constructio...

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  • Lemmon Sternal Approximator adult
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    Lemmon Sternal Approximator adult

    A specialist surgical tool for cardiothoracic surgeries, namely sealing midline sternotomies, is the Lemmon Sternal Approximator (Adult, 7"). With ...

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  • Lip and Cheek Retractor 19cm
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    Lip and Cheek Retractor 19cm

    Lip and cheek retractor with a small cupped working end and looped wire handle for delicate retraction of the lip or cheek during dental and intrao...

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  • Lothrop Uvula Retractor, 18cm
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    Lothrop Uvula Retractor, 18cm

    Lothrop uvula retractor designed to displace the uvula and soft palate for clear exposure during tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy and posterior orophar...

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  • Love Bayonet Nerve Root Retractor
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    Love Bayonet Nerve Root Retractor

    The Love Bayonet Nerve Root Retractor is a surgical instrument designed for precise nerve root retraction in spinal and neurosurgical procedures. I...

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  • Love Nerve Root Retractor 90 Degree 19cm
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    Love Nerve Root Retractor 90 Degree 19cm

    Love nerve root retractor with 90-degree angled working tip for nerve root retraction during spinal and neurosurgical procedures. Overall length 19...

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  • Love Uvula Retractor 18mm wide blade
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    Love Uvula Retractor 18mm wide blade

    The Love Uvula Retractor with an 18mm wide blade is a surgical instrument designed to provide excellent visibility and access to the uvula and surr...

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  • Love Uvula Retractor 20mm wide blade
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    Love Uvula Retractor 20mm wide blade

    The Love Uvula Retractor with a 20mm wide blade is a specialized surgical instrument designed for optimal visualization and access to the uvula and...

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  • Luer Trachea Retractor 4 1/4"
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    Luer Trachea Retractor 4 1/4"

    The Luer Trachea Retractor (4 1/4") is a surgical instrument designed to provide clear access and visibility during procedures involving the trache...

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  • Maliniac General Retractor
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    Maliniac General Retractor

    The Maliniac General Retractor is a versatile surgical instrument commonly used in a variety of surgical procedures to retract tissues and provide ...

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  • Maliniac Nasal Retractor, 11 cm
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    Maliniac Nasal Retractor, 11 cm

    Maliniac nasal retractor, 11 cm overall length. Used in rhinoplasty for retracting the nasal soft tissue and exposing the surgical field. German su...

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  • Malleable Retractor
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    Malleable Retractor

    The Malleable Retractor is a flexible surgical instrument designed for customizable tissue retraction. Its bendable, shape-retaining design allows ...

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  • Malleable Retractor - Flat
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    Malleable Retractor - Flat

    The Malleable Retractor Flat is a versatile, flexible surgical retractor designed for customized tissue retraction. Made from bendable stainless st...

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  • Malleable Retractor #2
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    Malleable Retractor #2

    The Malleable Retractor #2 is a flexible, stainless steel surgical retractor designed for precise tissue retraction in a variety of procedures. Its...

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  • Martinez-Kilner Retractor 11.5cm
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    Martinez-Kilner Retractor 11.5cm

    Martinez-Kilner retractor, 11.5cm overall length, used for soft-tissue retraction in cleft lip repair, oral, and maxillofacial procedures. German s...

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  • Masing Nasal Retractor, 14 cm, 6 x 12 mm
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    Masing Nasal Retractor, 14 cm, 6 x 12 mm

    Masing nasal retractor, 14 cm overall length with a 6 x 12 mm blade. Provides exposure of the nasal cavity during septoplasty and rhinologic proced...

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  • Masing-Neivert Nasal Retractor 16cm
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    Masing-Neivert Nasal Retractor 16cm

    Masing-Neivert nasal retractor, 16cm, designed for atraumatic exposure of the nasal vestibule and septum during septorhinoplasty and intranasal pro...

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  • Maxillofacial Retractor 19cm x 10mm
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    Maxillofacial Retractor 19cm x 10mm

    Maxillofacial retractor for tissue and soft-bone exposure during oral, mandibular, and craniofacial procedures. Overall length 19cm with a 10mm wor...

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  • Mayo-Adams Retractor 2x2 Teeth Blunt 16.5cm
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    Mayo-Adams Retractor 2x2 Teeth Blunt 16.5cm

    Mayo-Adams self-retaining retractor measuring 16.5cm with 2x2 blunt teeth. German surgical-steel construction supports atraumatic exposure in gener...

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  • McCulloch-type retractor set, large, with 2 hinged retractors in tray
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    McCulloch-Type Retractor Set - Large, with Tray

    The McCulloch-Type Retractor Set - Large is a full-size lumbar retractor set for complex spinal retraction. With two hinged retractors, the team ca...

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  • McIvor Mouth Gag Frame Only
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    McIvor Mouth Gag Frame Only

    McIvor mouth gag frame, sold without blade. Self-retaining ratcheted frame for opening and holding the mouth during tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, a...

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  • Medium round Ring
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    Medium round Ring

    The Medium Round Ring is a surgical retraction accessory designed for effective tissue stabilization and exposure. Its medium-sized circular shape ...

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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.

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