Weitlaner Self-Retaining Retractor 10.0 cm (4")

Controlled Retraction for Clearer Operative Access

The 4" Weitlaner Retractor with blunt 2×3 prongs is a handheld surgical retractor designed to hold tissue edges apart and support a more accessible operative field. Its compact 4-inch size suits tasks that call for focused exposure and controlled placement, while the blunt prongs are intended for careful engagement of tissue during retraction. In General Surgery, it can support localized access in open procedures; in Neurosurgery, it can assist with structured exposure where a compact retractor is appropriate. The familiar Weitlaner pattern helps provide practical handling during positioning, adjustment, and removal.

Use Cases

• Support localized tissue retraction during open General Surgery procedures.
• Assist with maintaining access to a focused operative area when a compact retractor is appropriate.
• Provide controlled exposure during selected Neurosurgery procedures.
• Use the blunt 2×3 prong configuration to engage tissue edges during positioning and retraction.
• Reposition or remove the instrument as exposure requirements change during the procedure.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the instrument promptly after use according to facility protocols and the applicable instrument-care instructions.
• Inspect the blunt prongs, working surfaces, and joints for visible soil, damage, or impaired movement before reuse.
• Handle the prongs carefully during cleaning, transport, and setup to help preserve their alignment and surface condition.
• Store the retractor in a clean, dry location where the prongs will not be bent or damaged.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.