KOCHER RETRACTOR WIDTH SERRATED HANDLE 40MM X 18MM 23,0CM

KOCHER RETRACTOR WITH LATTICE HANDLE • 40MM X 18MM • 23.0 CM • CE-CLASS I • ISO 13485:2016

Power Tall-Blade Kocher for Extreme Grasping Retraction in Deep Fascia Surgery

The KOCHER RETRACTOR 40mm x 18mm with lattice handle is a CE-Class I medical device manufactured according to ISO 13485:2016. This tall-blade special version of the classic Kocher retractor combines an unusually wide and tall grasping blade with the ergonomic safety of a lattice handle. Designed for procedures requiring powerful and deep-reaching retraction of resistant connective tissue, fascia, or muscle tendons, where conventional Kocher retractors reach their limits.

Product Highlights:

✔ Certified according to ISO 13485:2016
✔ CE Marking Class I (Regulation (EU) 2017/745)
✔ Tall-Blade Special Variant of the classic Kocher retractor
✔ Extra-wide and extra-tall 2- to 3-toothed grasping blade (40x18mm) for maximum contact area and holding power
✔ Lattice handle design for optimal, non-slip grip even under high traction resistance and wet conditions
✔ High-strength surgical stainless steel 1.4305 – biocompatible, rust-proof, and optimized for high point loads
✔ Tested Biocompatibility according to ISO 10993
✔ Forged from one piece with reinforced tooth base and rounded tooth tips
✔ Increased overall length of 23.0 cm for deepest anatomical regions
✔ Sterilizable and reusable

Advantages of the Kocher Retractor (40x18mm):

• Maximum Holding Power: The large blade surface (40 mm wide) with high penetration depth (18 mm) provides exceptional grip on robust structures like fascia lata, thoracolumbar fascia, or large tendon insertions.
• Deep Retraction: The tall blade enables grasping and retracting tissue from deeper layers where standard Kochers are insufficient.
• Ergonomic Safety: The lattice handle prevents slipping in the hand, crucial during powerful traction maneuvers in orthopedics or trauma surgery.
• Reduced Tissue Trauma: The large contact area distributes pressure better than narrow Kochers, though improper use can cause larger damage.
• Specialized Application: Indispensable in revision surgery, heavily scarred tissue, or bariatric surgery with thick, firm fascia.

Technical Specifications:

• Model: Kocher Retractor, Lattice Handle, Tall-Blade Variant
• Overall Length: 23.0 cm
• Blade Dimensions (W x H): 40 mm x 18 mm
• Blade Type: 2- to 3-toothed Kocher grasping blade, specially shaped for deep grip
• Material: High-strength surgical stainless steel 1.4305 / AISI 420
• Construction: Solid forged, teeth integrated from solid material
• Handle: Full lattice handle (grid structure) for maximum finger control
• Surface: Matte (satin finish), tooth tips polished for better tissue penetration
• Special Feature: Specialty instrument for the powerful retraction of the most resistant tissue structures.
• Risk Class: I according to Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR)

Primary Fields of Application (Specialty Indications):

• Orthopedic Revision and Major Surgery: Retraction of fascia lata during hip revisions, powerful holding of tendons (e.g., patellar tendon) or ligamentous structures.
• Trauma Surgery: In severe open fractures with major soft tissue damage and for retraction of muscle compartments.
• Visceral Revision Surgery: Incision and holding of reinforced, scarred abdominal wall fascia.
• Plastic Surgery: Dissection and holding of firm, fascial flaps (e.g., tensor fasciae latae flap).
• Dorsal Spinal Surgery: Powerful retraction of paravertebral muscle and fascia.

Critical Safety and Application Notes:

• FOR EXPERIENCED SURGEONS ONLY. This is an instrument with high damage potential if misused.
• NOT SUITABLE FOR DISSECTION OF ORGANS, VESSELS, OR NERVES. Absolute contraindication.
• Strictly limit application: Apply only to thick, resistant fascial, aponeurotic, or tendinous structures with sufficient tissue strength.
• Targeted Application: Each tooth penetration must be performed under direct vision and with conscious pressure. No blind stabbing or hooking.
• Controlled Traction Force: The combination of long lever length (23 cm) and tall blade generates enormous forces. Always work with measured, controlled traction.
• Mandatory inspection of tooth tips for sharpness/deformation and blade for cracks before use.
• Special Reprocessing Duty: The large interdental spaces and the lattice structure of the handle require intensive cleaning.