FARABEUF RETRACTOR SET 12,5CM

FARABEUF RETRACTOR SET • 12.5CM • CE-CLASS I • ISO 13485:2016

Classic Hook Pair for Precise Wound Edge Retraction and Exposure in General, Plastic and Vascular Surgery

The FARABEUF RETRACTOR SET (12.5 cm) is a Class I medical device manufactured according to ISO 13485:2016. This classic set consists of two identical, fine hook spatulas with angled tips, specifically designed for atraumatic retraction and exposure of wound edges, skin flaps, and superficial tissue layers. The pair enables symmetrical and gentle retraction.

Set Product Highlights:

✔ Manufactured in accordance with ISO 13485:2016
✔ CE Marked – Class I (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 – MDR)
✔ Complete 2-piece pair of identical hooks for symmetrical retraction
✔ Classic Farabeuf shape: Long, slender shaft with a fine, right-angled (90°) bent tip
✔ Compact length of 12.5 cm for excellent control and precision in superficial tissue layers
✔ High-quality Surgical Stainless Steel 1.4301 – rust-proof, corrosion-resistant and tissue-friendly
✔ Atraumatic, rounded tip ends to protect tissue
✔ Ergonomic, closed finger rings for sensitive guidance with both hands
✔ Matte finish to reduce light glare
✔ Sterilizable and reusable

Benefits of the Farabeuf Retractor Set:

• Ideal Wound Edge Retraction: Perfectly suited to precisely and gently retract skin or mucosal edges during suturing, enabling exact adaptation.
• Symmetrical and Controlled Exposure: By using both hooks, one in each hand, the surgeon can independently, symmetrically, and optimally adjust the visual field.
• Minimal Tissue Trauma: The fine, angled tips grasp the tissue with pinpoint accuracy and minimal pressure, avoiding crushing or tearing.
• Indispensable in Plastic Surgery: A standard instrument set for suturing techniques in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, where precise wound edge adaptation is crucial.
• Versatile Basic Instrument: Widely used in general surgery, dermatology, gynecology, and ophthalmology for superficial sutures and dissections.

Technical Specifications of the Set:

• Type: Farabeuf Retractor Set / Pair of fine wound edge hooks
• Set Contents: 2 identical retractors
• Overall Length per Hook: 12.5 cm
• Hook Shape: Slender shaft with a fine, 90° angled and rounded tip
• Material: Surgical Stainless Steel 1.4301 (AISI 304)
• Surface Finish: Satin (matte)
• Handle per Hook: Closed, oval ring
• Sterilization: Autoclavable up to 138°C (Steam Sterilization)
• Packaging: Set packed in sterilizable peel pouch or storage case
• Risk Class: I according to Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR)

Areas of Application for the Set:

• Skin suturing in general and trauma surgery
• Aesthetic and reconstructive suturing techniques in Plastic Surgery
• Mucosal suture in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) and Gynecology
• Suture of tendons and fascia
• Ophthalmic procedures (eyelid surgery)
• Vascular suture (for exposure of vessel edges)

Important Safety and Handling Information for the Set:

• FOR USE BY MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS ONLY.
• Atraumatic Handling: The hooks are designed for gentle, lateral traction. Do not use as levers or for deep dissection – the slender tips can break if misused.
• Symmetrical Force Application: When used bimanually, aim for even, mirror-image force application to avoid one-sided pulling on the tissue.
• Visual Inspection of Tips: Before each use, inspect both hooks for bends or damage to the fine angled tips.
• Thorough Cleaning and Joint Storage: Clean the hooks thoroughly after use and always store them together as a pair to avoid losing a single piece.