OBWEGESER RETRACTOR • UPWARDS CURVED • 14x70MM • 24.0 CM • CE CLASS I • ISO 13485:2016

Ultra-Upwards Retractor for Maximum Exposure in Extreme Craniofacial and Skull Base Surgery

The OBWEGESER Retractor upwards curved, 14x70mm, 24.0 cm is a Class I medical device according to ISO 13485:2016. This ultra-upwards retractor with its monumental construction and specially shaped upward curvature is designed for the gentle yet powerful retraction of massive soft tissue masses in the deepest craniofacial and skull base surgical approaches.

Product Highlights:

✔ Certified according to ISO 13485:2016
✔ CE marking Class I (Directive 93/42/EEC)
✔ Ultra-Upwards retractor with monumental blade construction
✔ Upward-curved design for optimal superior exposure
✔ High-quality stainless steel 1.4435 – corrosion-resistant and biocompatible
✔ Biocompatibility tested according to ISO 10993
✔ Atraumatically rounded edges for maximum patient safety
✔ Maximum 24.0 cm length for deepest craniofacial access
✔ Sterilizable and reusable

Advantages of the Upwards Retractor:

• Monumental Surface Effect: 14x70 mm blade area enables retraction of entire anatomical compartments in one motion
• Upward-Directed Force: Special upward curvature allows targeted lifting of deep-seated soft tissue masses
• Biomechanical Stability: High-strength construction transfers extreme forces in a controlled and safe manner
• Maximum Exposure: 24.0 cm length for access to deepest skull base regions
• Specialized Application: Ideal for the most extreme craniofacial and skull base surgical procedures

Technical Specifications:

• Model: OBWEGESER RETRACTOR Ultra
• Total Length: 24.0 cm
• Blade Dimensions: 14 mm (width) x 70 mm (height)
• Construction: Massive single piece with defined upward curvature
• Tip: Atraumatically rounded, broad-surface
• Material: Stainless steel 1.4435
• Shape: Upward-curved blade with reinforced transition to handle
• Handle: Anatomically shaped rake handle for secure grip
• Surface: High-gloss polished for optimal glide properties
• Special Feature: High-strength forged construction for most extreme loads
• Risk Class: I according to Directive 93/42/EEC

Fields of Application:

• Resection of gigantic antero-medial skull base tumors
• Complex reconstructions following naso-orbito-ethmoidal trauma
• Approaches to the clivus and sella turcica via extended approaches
• Revision surgeries with scarred "frozen" anatomy
• Decompression of the optic canal and superior orbital fissure

Special Safety Notes:
• EXCLUSIVELY for highly experienced Craniofacial and Skull Base Surgeons
• Only under strictest aseptic conditions in specialized centers
• Extreme caution required when retracting near the internal carotid artery, optic nerve, and cranial nerves
• Controlled bimanual application technique required
• Before each use, check for structural integrity and correct curvature
• Observe defined maximum service life (2 years / 25 sterilization cycles)
• Discard immediately at slightest deformation
• When reusing, strictly follow reprocessing guidelines for super-instruments