Balfour Self-Retaining Retractor 26.7 cm (10.5)

Controlled Retraction for General Surgical Access

The Balfour Retractor 10 1/2" max open is a surgical retractor intended to help maintain tissue separation during operative procedures. Its 10 1/2-inch maximum opening supports practical access and visualization within the surgical field, while the retractor format provides a structured approach to holding tissue aside during general surgery workflows. It is also relevant to surgical retractor applications where dependable instrument positioning and clear working access are important. By supporting organized exposure without relying on improvised positioning, this instrument can help integrate retraction into the procedural setup and ongoing handling sequence.

Use Cases

• Support tissue retraction during general surgery procedures.
• Help maintain access and visualization within the operative field.
• Use as part of a surgical retractor setup when structured tissue separation is required.
• Position and manage the instrument during procedural exposure in accordance with facility technique and protocol.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess according to the facility's established protocols and the applicable instructions for use.
• Inspect the retractor before and after use for visible soil, damage, or changes that could affect handling.
• Handle the instrument carefully during setup, cleaning, and transport to help protect its working surfaces.
• Store in a clean, protected environment after processing.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.