Wide, Flat Visceral Retractor for Gentle Retraction of Liver and Upper Abdominal Organs
The HARRINGTON RETRACTOR is a CE Class I medical device manufactured according to ISO 13485:2016. This special, wide and flat retractor with dimensions of 127 mm x 40 mm and a long shaft length of 32 cm is designed for the gentle, broad retraction of large visceral organs, particularly the liver, during upper abdominal procedures. Its design-optimized, rounded blade minimizes tissue trauma.
Product Highlights:
✔ Certified according to ISO 13485:2016
✔ CE marking Class I (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 MDR)
✔ Extra-wide, flat blade (127 mm) for maximum contact area
✔ Flat, rounded construction (40 mm deep) for gentle organ retraction
✔ Long shaft length (32 cm) for excellent reach and leverage in deep body cavities
✔ Perfectly rounded, high-gloss polished edges for highest atraumatic quality
✔ High-quality surgical stainless steel – rust-proof and biocompatible
✔ Ergonomically shaped handgrip for comfortable handling over long surgical phases
✔ Autoclavable and designed for long-term clinical use
Benefits of the Harrington Retractor:
• Ideal Liver Retraction: The wide, flat, and somewhat flexible blade is perfectly shaped to gently hold aside the liver during procedures on the bile ducts, stomach, or esophagus without crushing the parenchyma.
• Maximum Tissue Sparing: The design distributes pressure evenly over a large area, thus preventing local pressure necrosis on sensitive organs.
• Depth Reach: At 32 cm in length, it is ideal for deep abdominal and thoraco-abdominal approaches.
• Versatile in Visceral Surgery: Also excellent for retracting the stomach, spleen, or colon.
• Ergonomic Comfort: Allows the assistant to maintain stable and fatigue-free retraction over extended periods.
Technical Specifications:
• Model: Harrington Retractor (Visceral / Liver Retractor)
• Overall Length: 32,0 cm
• Blade Dimensions (W x D): 127 mm (Width) x 40 mm (Depth/Blade height)
• Blade Shape: Very wide, flat, slightly concave curved with strongly rounded, "heart-shaped" ends
• Handle Form: Long, slender shaft with ergonomic handgrip (often with a slight bend)
• Material: High-quality surgical stainless steel (e.g., 1.4301 / 316L)
• Surface: High-gloss polished (mirror finish)
• Special Feature: Special design for atraumatic retraction of visceral organs
• Risk Class: I according to Regulation (EU) 2017/745 MDR
Areas of Application:
• Retraction of the liver during cholecystectomies, liver resections, gastric and esophageal surgeries
• Upper abdominal surgery (pancreatic surgery, splenic surgery)
• Retraction of colon loops in visceral surgery
• Thoraco-abdominal procedures
Important Safety Instructions:
• FOR USE BY EXPERIENCED SURGICAL PERSONNEL ONLY.
• Use under aseptic conditions only.
• Inspect for structural integrity, sharp edges, or deformations before each use.
• Special Caution in Application: Despite the gentle design, excessive or uneven pressure can lead to parenchymal damage to the liver or other organs.
• The instrument is designed for broad, even pressure, not for point traction.
• When reusing, strictly adhere to valid reprocessing guidelines.
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