Robust, Atraumatic Retractor for Large-Area and Gentle Tissue Retraction
The FINSEN SKIN RETRACTOR BLUNT 3x4 is a medical device of CE Class I according to ISO 13485:2016. This larger, more robust variant combines the advantageous blunt prong design with reinforced construction (3 prongs on one side, 4 on the other) and a length of 7.0 cm. It is designed for the secure, tissue-sparing retraction of larger skin and soft tissue areas where minimal trauma is critical despite the need for stronger hold.
Product Highlights:
✔ Certified according to ISO 13485:2016
✔ CE marking Class I (Directive 93/42/EEC)
✔ Atraumatic design in a robust version
✔ Reinforced blunt prongs (3x4 teeth) for broad, secure hold without tissue incision
✔ Optimal length: 7.0 cm for better accessibility and leverage on larger areas
✔ High-quality Stainless Steel 1.4301 – rust-proof and biocompatible
✔ Verified biocompatibility according to ISO 10993
✔ Stable spring mechanism for reliable, adjustable tension control
✔ Sterilizable and reusable (autoclavable)
Advantages of the Finsen Blunt 3x4 Retractor:
• Large-Area Tissue Preservation: The wide arrangement of blunt prongs distributes retraction pressure over a larger tissue area, minimizing the risk of pressure necrosis or crushing – ideal for extensive approaches in plastic or reconstructive surgery.
• Secure Hold for More Demanding Retraction: Provides the necessary holding power for larger tissue flaps or tense wound edges without cutting into the tissue.
• Versatile Use in Sensitive Regions: Perfect for larger procedures in aesthetically sensitive zones (e.g., breast, back, thigh) or in patients with vulnerable skin.
• Improved Ergonomics: The longer design facilitates placement and holding in deeper wound areas or with restricted access.
• Reliable Function: The robust spring maintains consistent tension even during prolonged use.
Technical Specifications:
• Model: FINSEN Skin Retractor, blunt, 3x4
• Type: Robust atraumatic retractor
• Total Length: 7.0 cm
• Prongs: Asymmetric, fully blunt and polished; one side with 3 prongs, opposing side with 4 prongs
• Material: Stainless Steel 1.4301 (high-gloss polished)
• Mechanism: Reinforced spring for reliable hold
• Special Feature: Standard for larger, tissue-sparing approaches in Plastic Surgery and Dermatology
• Risk Class: I according to Directive 93/42/EEC
• Reprocessing: Fully autoclavable; smooth surfaces facilitate cleaning
Areas of Application:
• Large excisions in dermatologic oncology (e.g., melanoma excision)
• Plastic and reconstructive procedures with large skin flaps (e.g., flap plastics on the trunk or extremities)
• Aesthetic surgery on larger areas (abdominoplasty, brachioplasty)
• Retraction during extensive scar revisions or burn contractures
• Approaches in general surgery on patients with thin or edematous skin
• Gynecological procedures such as vulvectomies (when blunt retraction is indicated)
Important Safety Notes:
• FOR USE BY QUALIFIED SURGICAL PERSONNEL ONLY.
• Before each use, inspect for structural integrity, clean and fully blunt prong tips, and flawless spring function.
• Despite blunt prongs, measured force application is essential. Excessive tension can lead to tissue tearing, hematomas, or ischemia even with blunt prongs.
• Especially during long procedures, regularly inspect the retraction site and reposition the hook if necessary to avoid prolonged stress on the tissue.
• Strict adherence to reprocessing and sterilization protocols is mandatory.
• Replace the instrument immediately upon any deformation of the prongs, even if minimal, or if spring tension weakens.
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