Retractors are incarnations of the expression, “iron fist in a silk glove.” Working with both smoothness and strength, the well designed handles offer a comfortable but firm grip. The perfectly bevelled blades and prongs allow atraumatic pressure of tissues, cartilages and bones. The highest grades of “medical metals” and craftsmanship ensure that DC retractors last a lifetime.

Auto-static retractors maintain the retraction by themselves around the operative field as a result of a tension maintaining system.

Hand retractors are manipulated manually to expose or retract during a specific procedure.

What are the characteristics of a retractor ?
Smoothness of the rack, proper clearance of sliding elements, stiffness of the arms and blades : all provide considerable comfort.

How to consider the quality of a retractor ?
Proper use of austenitic and martensitic high-grade stainless steel, aluminium, titanium, careful welding techniques, and regularity of surface sandblasting prevent disruptive light reflections. Also, a mirror finish on the inner part of blades prevents the tissue from sticking.

What is the basic care ?
For comfortable use, lubrication must be carefully assured on auto-static retractors’ sliding elements and rack. Regularly control lubricant dosing of washing machines. Please use a dedicated small basket for small mobile parts of retractors to avoid losing pieces. We also offer products to lubricate the retractor before its use.