LANGENBECK RETRACTOR WIDTH 50MM X 11MM 22,0CM

LANGENBECK RETRACTOR • WITH HOLLOW HANDLE • 50x11MM • 22.0 CM • CE CLASS I • ISO 13485:2016

Ultra-Wide Soft Tissue Retractor for Maximum Surface Exposure in Extended Abdominal Surgery

The LANGENBECK Retractor with hollow handle, 50x11mm, 22.0 cm is a Class I medical device according to ISO 13485:2016. This ultra-wide variant with 50 mm blade width is designed for the maximum possible surface retraction in general, visceral, and transplant surgery. The exceptional width enables exposure of entire abdominal quadrants in one motion.

Product Highlights:

✔ Certified according to ISO 13485:2016
✔ CE marking Class I (Directive 93/42/EEC)
✔ LANGENBECK design with ultra-wide blade and reinforced hollow handle
✔ Ultra-wide, flat blade (50x11 mm) for maximum surface exposure
✔ High-quality stainless steel 1.4401 – corrosion-resistant and biocompatible
✔ Biocompatibility tested according to ISO 10993
✔ Atraumatically rounded edges for maximum patient safety
✔ Optimal length of 22.0 cm for good leverage in extensive abdominal operations
✔ Sterilizable and reusable

Advantages of the Ultra-Wide LANGENBECK Retractor:

• Maximum Width Effect: 50 mm width enables retraction of half abdominal wall sections or extensive intestinal convolutes in one movement
• Optimized Surgical Field Exposure: Reduces the number of required assistants and instruments through exceptional width performance
• Perfect Pressure Distribution: The ultra-wide blade optimally distributes retraction pressure and minimizes local pressure peaks
• Ideal for Complex Procedures: Particularly suitable for liver transplantations, extensive tumor resections, and revision surgeries
• Time Optimization: Enables faster exposure of large surgical fields

Technical Specifications:

• Model: LANGENBECK Retractor with hollow handle (Ultra-Wide Variant)
• Total Length: 22.0 cm
• Blade Dimensions: 50 mm (width) x 11 mm (height)
• Construction: Ultra-wide, reinforced curved blade with robust hollow handle
• Tip: Atraumatically rounded, extra broad-surface
• Material: Stainless steel 1.4401
• Shape: Curved, ultra-wide flat blade with reinforced hollow handle grip
• Handle: Reinforced hollow handle design for ergonomic handling during wide retraction
• Surface: High-gloss polished for optimal glide properties
• Special Feature: Ultra-wide instrument for maximum surface exposure in extended abdominal surgery
• Risk Class: I according to Directive 93/42/EEC

Fields of Application:

• Liver transplantations and extended liver resections
• Extensive tumor surgery in the retroperitoneum
• Radical gynecological oncology procedures
• Complex revision laparotomies after multiple previous surgeries
• Trauma shock room laparotomies
• Large hernia repairs (giant abdominal wall hernias)

Special Safety Notes:
• EXCLUSIVELY for experienced visceral and transplant surgeons
• Particular care required during ultra-wide retraction of intestinal convolutes
• Before use, check for structural integrity and stiffness of the wide blade
• Ensure even pressure distribution across the entire 50 mm width
• Do not use as a lever for bony structures
• Due to width, increased attention during deep placement
• Discard immediately even at minimal bending - no repair possible
• Regular inspection of polish and edges of the wide blade
• When reusing, strictly follow reprocessing protocols for large instruments