RICHARDSON RETRACTOR LOOP HANDLE FIG-4 52MM X 22MM

RICHARDSON RETRACTOR LOOP HANDLE FIG-4 • 52MM X 22MM • CE-CLASS I • ISO 13485:2016

Ultra-Broad Surface Retractor with Loop Handle for Panoramic Exposure in Abdominal Large-Area Surgery

The RICHARDSON RETRACTOR FIG-4 52mm x 22mm with loop handle is a CE-Class I medical device manufactured according to ISO 13485:2016. This FIG-4 Ultra-Broad Surface Variant with its extremely wide, yet shallow blade and reinforced loop handle is specifically designed for panoramic exposure of large abdominal surgical fields with simultaneous shallow, tissue-preserving retraction.

Product Highlights:

✔ Certified according to ISO 13485:2016
✔ CE Marking Class I (Regulation (EU) 2017/745)
✔ Richardson retractor FIG-4 with ultra-broad surface design
✔ Extremely wide blade (52mm) for maximum area retraction
✔ Optimized height (22mm) for shallow, tissue-preserving depth effect
✔ Reinforced loop handle for secure grip during large-area retraction
✔ High-strength Stainless Steel 1.4441 – rust-proof, biocompatible and optimized for lateral bending stress
✔ Tested Biocompatibility according to ISO 10993
✔ Solid one-piece forged with lateral reinforcement ribs
✔ Sterilizable and reusable

Advantages of the Richardson Retractor FIG-4:

• Panoramic Exposure: The 52 mm wide blade enables retraction of extremely large abdominal areas in a single motion
• Optimal Pressure Distribution: The maximum width with moderate height optimally distributes traction forces and minimizes tissue trauma
• Shallow Depth Effect: Ideal for exposure of large, but relatively flat surgical fields (e.g., large laparotomy wounds)
• Reduced Instrument Density: Can replace several narrower retractors and improves overview in the surgical field
• Surgical Efficiency: Enables rapid exposure of large areas during complex abdominal procedures

Technical Specifications:

• Model: RICHARDSON RETRACTOR LOOP HANDLE FIG-4
• Blade Dimensions (Width x Height): 52 mm x 22 mm
• Blade Shape: Ultra-wide with moderate height according to FIG-4 design, laterally reinforced
• Handle: Reinforced loop handle with extended contact area for multiple fingers
• Material: High-strength Stainless Steel 1.4441 / AISI 316L
• Construction: High-performance forged with integrated side reinforcements against bending
• Surface: High-quality matte with reduced reflection
• Special Feature: Ultra-broad surface design for panoramic exposure in abdominal large-area surgery
• Risk Class: I according to Regulation (EU) 2017/745

Fields of Application (Specialty Indications):

• Large-Area Abdominal Surgery: During extensive laparotomies requiring retraction of long wound edges
• Visceral Major Resections: Exposure during extensive bowel resections or multivisceral procedures
• Bariatric Surgery (moderate obesity): Retraction of abdominal wall in patients with broad but not extremely deep subcutaneous tissue
• Oncologic Area Resections: During removal of large but flat tumor areas
• Reconstructive Abdominal Wall Surgery: Retraction during extensive abdominal wall reconstructions

Important Safety and Application Notes:

• FOR EXPERIENCED SURGICAL PROFESSIONALS ONLY
• Apply only under direct visual control and with assisting stabilization
• Extreme caution during positioning – the extreme width requires precise, straight alignment
• Special attention to lateral stability – avoid transverse forces and twisting
• Even, broad-surface pressure – apply entire blade evenly to tissue
• Controlled traction forces – consider the large leverage effect and apply in a dosed manner
• Not suitable for deep, narrow approaches – specifically designed for wide, shallow exposure
• Check for deformations before each use – especially control lateral bending
• During reprocessing intensively clean the extremely large blade surface
• Special storage – protect from lateral bending, store flat