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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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  • Biggs Mammaplasty Retractor with Fiberoptic Light, 30mm Fenestrated Blade
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    Biggs Mammaplasty Retractor with Fiberoptic Light, 30mm Fenestrated Blade

    Biggs mammaplasty retractor featuring an integrated fiberoptic light port and suction channel, fitted with a 30mm fenestrated blade for illuminated...

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  • Biggs Retractor, 30mm
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    Biggs Retractor, 30mm

    Biggs retractor with a 30mm blade designed for breast and soft-tissue exposure. German surgical-steel construction. About this instrument Surgical ...

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  • Blair (Rollet) Retractor 6mm wide 4 sharp prongs
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    Blair (Rollet) Retractor 6mm wide 4 sharp prongs

    The Blair (Rollet) Retractor with 6mm wide and 4 sharp prongs is a surgical instrument used for retracting tissues during procedures, particularly ...

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  • Bone Retractor 18cm 17x21mm Sharp Hook T-Handle
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    Bone Retractor 18cm 17x21mm Sharp Hook T-Handle

    This bone retractor features a 17x21mm sharp hook on an 18cm shaft with a T-handle that provides leveraged grip for controlled bone exposure during...

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  • Bone Retractor Large 23cm 12x21mm Sharp Hook
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    Bone Retractor Large 23cm 12x21mm Sharp Hook

    This large bone retractor measures 23cm in length with a 12x21mm sharp hook for broad bone exposure during orthopedic and trauma procedures. German...

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  • Bose Tracheal Spreader, 7 cm
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    Bose Tracheal Spreader, 7 cm

    Bose tracheal spreader, 7 cm, designed to hold the tracheal incision open during tracheostomy and tube placement. German surgical-steel constructio...

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  • Breast Retractor 23-24cm with Double-Ended Blade
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    Breast Retractor 23-24cm with Double-Ended Blade

    Breast retractor with double-ended blade configuration. Available in 23cm length with 34x100mm and 20x60mm blades, and 24cm length with 38x70mm and...

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  • Brunner Retractor (10 3/4" (27.5 cm), 80 x 20 mm Blade dimensions 3 1/2" x 3/4)
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    Brunner Retractor (10 3/4" (27.5 cm), 80 x 20 mm Blade dimensions 3 1/2" x 3/4)

    An excellent handheld surgical tool for deep tissue retraction in general and abdominal surgery is the Brunner Retractor. With an overall length of...

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  • Capsule Retractor Bone Lever, 22mm Blade with 3 Sharp Prongs
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    Capsule Retractor Bone Lever, 22mm Blade with 3 Sharp Prongs

    Capsule retractor bone lever featuring a 22mm blade fitted with three sharp prongs for secure tissue purchase. Used to retract joint capsules and e...

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  • Case Table Fixation Ring Case
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    Case Table Fixation Ring Case

    The Case Table Fixation Ring Case is a specialized storage solution designed to securely hold and transport fixation rings used in surgical procedu...

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  • Case Blades - Accessories Case
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    Case Blades - Accessories Case

    The Blades & Accessories Case is a durable storage solution designed to securely organize and transport surgical blades and related accessories...

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  • CASPAR Cervical Retractor Blade Lateral 40 x 23 mm
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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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  • CASPAR Cervical Retractor Blade Lateral 45 x 23 mm
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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 50 x 23 mm
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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 55 x 23 mm
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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 60 x 23 mm
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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 Medial 60 x 23 mm
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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, Black, 40-70 mm
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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 Counter Retractor Frame Only
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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 Counter Retractor Set with 6 Blades
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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 Nerve Root Retractor 4mm
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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 Nerve Root Retractors - 6mm
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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 Retractors 10mm
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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 8mm
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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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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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