Army Navy Retractor
Used to gain exposure of skin layers.
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Product Overview
The Army Navy Retractor is a handheld double ended surgical retractor used to hold back skin, subcutaneous tissue, and superficial soft tissue during open procedures. Its broad blades provide controlled exposure in small to moderate incisions, supporting general surgery, orthopedic surgery, plastic surgery, and minor operative procedures.
Design and Construction
This instrument has a flat, elongated central handle with a narrow profile that supports a secure grip and precise manual control. Each end carries a differently sized right angled blade, one shallow and one deeper, allowing the surgeon to select the appropriate level of retraction for the operative field. The smooth polished metal construction reduces tissue drag and supports repeated use in sterile environments. Its rigid one piece design provides dependable traction without a locking mechanism, making it simple to position, reposition, and remove during surgery.
Surgical Applications
The retractor is used for skin and soft tissue exposure in laceration repair, abscess drainage, wound exploration, and minor excisions. It also supports open abdominal, orthopedic, gynecologic, and plastic surgery procedures where superficial layers must be held apart for access and visualization. In emergency surgery and outpatient operating rooms, it assists with incision management and retraction of wound edges during debridement and closure. It is also used in bedside procedures that require direct exposure of the operative site.
Sterilization and Maintenance
This surgical retractor is compatible with steam autoclave reprocessing and standard hospital sterilization workflows. It also supports low temperature chemical or ethylene oxide processing when required by facility protocol, followed by thorough cleaning, inspection, and drying before reuse.
Material and Build Quality
The instrument is manufactured from surgical grade stainless steel with a polished corrosion resistant finish. The rigid metal body maintains shape under retraction force, and the smooth surface supports repeated sterilization while resisting staining and wear.
Recommended Settings
This instrument is suited to operating rooms, ambulatory surgery centers, emergency departments, and procedure rooms where direct soft tissue exposure is required. It is also useful in minor procedure suites, outpatient clinics, and surgical specialty practices that perform wound care, excisions, and open soft tissue access.
Summary
The Army Navy Retractor provides dependable manual retraction for clear exposure of superficial tissue during a wide range of surgical and procedural applications. It is available through MedPrax Market.
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