Surgical Retractor 7.5 cm (3")
- Bookwalter-style rake retractor supports controlled tissue retraction during cardiovascular procedures.
- Four prongs help distribute contact across the retraction area during exposure.
- One-third-inch depth supports a compact profile for focused surgical access.
- Three-quarter-inch width provides a defined working surface for retraction.
- Suitable for general surgery where controlled exposure supports organized instrument handling.
- Useful in neurosurgery for localized retraction and access near operative sites.
SKU: 005212000
Categories: Retractors, Retractors | Rib Spreaders, Retractors
Four-Prong Rake Retraction for Controlled Operative Access
The Bookwalter-style rake retractor is a four-prong surgical retractor designed to support tissue retraction and maintain access within the operative field. Its 1/3-inch prong depth and 3/4-inch width provide a defined contact profile for positioning during procedures where organized exposure and instrument control are important. The rake configuration can support practical handling across cardiovascular, general surgery, and neurosurgery workflows, depending on the procedural approach and facility technique. As part of a retractor setup, it helps teams manage access and visualization while keeping the instrument’s compact, task-focused design in view.
Use Cases
- Support tissue retraction during general surgery procedures requiring organized operative access.
- Use within cardiovascular surgical retractor setups where a four-prong rake configuration suits the exposure approach.
- Assist with controlled access and visualization during neurosurgical procedures when the selected retraction technique calls for a rake-style instrument.
- Position as part of a Bookwalter-style retractor arrangement for task-specific handling within the operative field.
Specifications
Care & Reprocessing
- Clean and reprocess according to facility protocols and the applicable instructions for use.
- Inspect the prongs and working surfaces before and after use for bending, damage, or contamination.
- Handle the four-prong rake carefully during setup, cleaning, and transport to help preserve alignment.
- Store in a manner that protects the prongs from impact and contact with other instruments.
Specifications
| Overall Length | 7.5 cm (3") |
| Length (cm) | 7.5 cm |
| Width | 3/4" wide blade |
| Coating/Material | AISI 420 German Stainless Steel |
General use; follow facility protocols.
Technical Specifications
| Coating/Material | AISI 420 German Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Length (cm) | 7.5 cm |
| Overall Length | 7.5 cm (3") |
| Overall Length | 7.5 cm (3") |
| Length (cm) | 7.5 cm |
| Width | 3/4" wide blade |
| Coating/Material | AISI 420 German Stainless Steel |
| Tip Type | Standard |
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