KOCHER-LANGENBECK RETRACTOR • 80MM X 12MM • 21.5 CM • CE-CLASS I • ISO 13485:2016

Ultra-Wide Blade Combination Retractor for Panoramic Exposure in Mega-Area Surgery

The KOCHER-LANGENBECK RETRACTOR 80mm x 12mm is a CE-Class I medical device manufactured according to ISO 13485:2016. This ultra-wide blade variant represents a special manufacture designed for procedures requiring panoramic overview of extremely large surgical fields. With a blade width of 80 mm – the largest in this instrument class – it enables simultaneous retraction of multiple anatomical structures while providing precise holding functionality via the Kocher blade.

Product Highlights:

✔ Certified according to ISO 13485:2016
✔ CE Marking Class I (Regulation (EU) 2017/745)
✔ Ultra-Wide Blade Special Variant with record blade width
✔ Panoramic Langenbeck blade (80x12mm) for maximum area exposure
✔ Strong 2-toothed Kocher blade for reliable fixation under tension
✔ High-strength surgical stainless steel 1.4301 – rust-proof, biocompatible, and sterilizable
✔ Tested Biocompatibility according to ISO 10993
✔ Precision-forged from one piece with reinforced torsional axis
✔ Ideal length of 21.5 cm for deep approaches with maximum width effect
✔ Sterilizable and reusable

Advantages of the Kocher-Langenbeck Retractor (80x12mm):

• Panoramic Exposure: The 80 mm wide blade enables near-complete exposure of large anatomical regions in a single motion.
• Multifunctional Efficiency: Combines the benefits of a wide-blade retractor with the precise grasping function of the Kocher blade – minimizes instrument changes.
• Optimal Pressure Distribution: Distributes traction forces evenly across an extremely large area, minimizing local tissue trauma and ischemia risks.
• Surgical Overview: Creates an exceptionally wide and clear visual field for complex procedures in visceral, orthopedic, and reconstructive surgery.
• Time Optimization: Enables rapid exposure and stable access, particularly beneficial during lengthy and extensive operations.

Technical Specifications:

• Model: Kocher-Langenbeck Retractor, Ultra-Wide Blade Variant
• Overall Length: 21.5 cm
• Blade 1 (Langenbeck): Ultra-wide, 80 mm x 12 mm
• Blade 2 (Kocher): Reinforced, 2-toothed grasping blade
• Material: High-quality stainless surgical steel 1.4301 / AISI 304
• Construction: Forged from one piece, with reinforced base for high stability
• Blade Shape: Asymmetric – one side ultra-wide and flat, one side toothed and stable
• Handle: Extra-wide, ergonomically shaped central handle with anti-slip profile
• Surface: Matte (satin finish), anti-glare and corrosion-resistant
• Special Feature: Special manufacture for procedures with the greatest possible area requirement in retraction.
• Risk Class: I according to Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR)

Specialized Fields of Application:

• Mega-Laparotomies in Visceral Surgery: For extensive tumor resections, multivisceral procedures, or complex revision surgeries.
• Orthopedic Large Approaches: For extensive spinal or pelvic procedures where broad exposure is required.
• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: During elevation of very large skin flaps or reconstruction of extensive soft tissue defects.
• Trauma Surgery: For complex polytrauma with need for simultaneous exposure of multiple body regions.
• Oncologic Surgery: For resection of very large soft tissue tumors requiring wide exposure.

Critical Safety and Application Notes:

• FOR SPECIFICALLY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED SURGICAL PERSONNEL ONLY. Not suitable for routine use.
• Special caution with the Kocher blade: Apply only to robust fascial or periosteal structures. Contraindicated for parenchymal organs, nerves, and vessels.
• Consider extreme leverage: The enormous blade width requires utmost care in force dosing. Uncontrolled traction can lead to significant tissue damage.
• Two-handed guidance recommended for better control and to avoid twisting.
• Check for deformations or material fatigue before each use, especially at the edges of the wide blade.
• Thorough cleaning of the large surface area and interdental spaces required during reprocessing.