Gelpi Self-Retaining Retractor Angled 11.4 cm (4.5)

Controlled, Self-Retaining Access for Precise Surgical Exposure

The Gelpi self-retaining retractor is a 4 1/2-inch instrument designed to maintain tissue separation during surgical exposure, helping keep the operative field accessible while the user works. Its delicate profile, angled sharp points, ring handle, and ratchet catch support controlled placement and sustained retraction without requiring continuous manual holding. The compact format can suit focused access in General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedic, and Plastic Surgery workflows. Sharp points engage tissue for positioning, while the self-retaining mechanism supports a more organized instrument setup and unobstructed handling around the field.

Use Cases

• Maintain focused tissue separation during exposure tasks in General Surgery.
• Support controlled access around delicate operative sites in Neurosurgery.
• Assist with localized retraction during Orthopedic procedures and access work.
• Provide self-retaining exposure support for Plastic Surgery workflows.
• Use the ring handle and ratchet catch to position and maintain the retractor during hands-on surgical tasks.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the instrument according to facility protocols and the applicable instructions for use.
• Inspect the sharp points, angled jaws, ring handle, and ratchet catch before and after use for damage, deformation, or impaired movement.
• Handle the sharp points carefully during cleaning, transport, and setup to help protect personnel and the instrument.
• Store in a manner that protects the points and prevents contact with other instruments.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.