Rib Retractors
Rib Retractors
aluminum arms & blades
Cooley Rib Retractor is the ideal instrument for use during cardiothoracic procedures when there is an absolute need to keep the surgical field open by spreading the ribs. These retractors are crafted from aluminum and have two arms with a lip that allows it to be inserted between the ribs and and adjustable ratchet which gives precise control of the amount of spread. This instrument is available in two sizes: adult and pediatric.
Rib Shears
Rib Shears
slightly s-shaped, 13-3/8" (34.0 cm)
Bethune Rib Shears are the ideal shears for use in cardiothoracic surgical procedures that necessitate clipping of ribs. These shears are slightly s-shaped and feature a very long handle with a smaller head for precise clipping and are comprised of premium German operating-room grade stainless steel.
Rib Shears
Rib Shears
Coryllos-Bethune Rib Shears are crafted for use in cardiothoracic surgery. These shears are crafted with two long handles that are attached to be operated in a scissoring fashion. Additionally, the unique aspect of these shears are the recessed points which allow for rib clipping while offering some protection to the brachial plexus. This instrument is available in both right and left handed models in two varying lengths to accommodate a variety of patient sizes as well as surgeon preferences.
Rib Shears
Rib Shears
10" (25.0 cm)
Giertz Rib Shears are optimally designed for cutting ribs in cardiothoracic surgery. The right-angled turn in the neck of this shear allows for increased maneuverability while maintaining the handle out of the surgical field. This unique design allows for the rib to be clipped while still leaving the surgical field open and accessible by taking the handle out of the plane of the ribs. The hook shaped blade allows the contour of the rib to sit in this groove and be cut cleanly.
Rib Shears
Rib Shears
10-1/2" (26.7 cm)
Gluck Rib Shears are a useful tool in many cardiothoracic surgical procedures. These shears feature curved blades as well as a pivot point allowing for smooth scissoring action. The curved blade is designed to sit along the curved edge of the rib and thus matching its contour for a clean cut.
Rib Spreader
Rib Spreader
curved arms, rack & pinion action, 2 pair detachable blades, arm length: 7-7/8" (20.0 cm), large blade: 2-1/2" (6.5 cm) wide x 3" (7.5 cm) deep
Burford-Finochietto Rib Spreader is a highly-customizable instrument utilized in cardiothoracic procedures that is formed from aluminum or stainless steel and is used to keep the surgical field accessible. This rib spreaders come equipped with two curved arms as well as two pairs of detachable blades each of which is fenestrated to allow a dispersal of pressure over a larger surface area reducing deformation and is available in three spread sizes: 8", 10" and 12".
Rib Spreader
Rib Spreader
aluminum
Casataneda Rib Spreader is a uniquely designed cardiothoracic instrument ideal for use in pediatric patients. This aluminum spreader has two arms which seamlessly transition into the attached blade structures. The arm and blade design on this instrument give the blades more length than traditionally thus transferring the pressure over a larger surface area and causing less deformity in smaller patients delicate structures. This instrument is available in three sizes: newborn, infant and child.
Rib Spreader
Rib Spreader
stainless steel
Finochietto Infant Rib Spreader is uniquely designed to fit the smaller size of an infant's rib cage white maintaining the same level of strength as the full sized instruments. This instrument features two arms which each have one windowed blade extending from them to allow a securing fit throughout the procedure. Additionally, this spreader is available with straight arms as well as curved to fit a wide variety of patient needs.
Rib Spreader
Rib Spreader
stainless steel.
Haight Pediatric Rib spreader is well suited for use in pediatric patients in cardiothoracic surgical procedures. Its lightweight stainless steel construction and fenestrated blades allow it to be strongly built but uniquely crafted to distribute force so as not to cause undue stress on the patient. This instrument is available in two different arm lengths so as to accommodate a variety of patients.
Rib Spreader – Child
Rib Spreader - Child
child size, 2 pairs of blades, spread: 6-1/4" (16.0 cm), arm length: 4-1/8" (10.5 cm), blades: 7/8" x 1" (2.3 cm x 2.5 cm), 1-1/4" x 1-3/8" (3.3 cm x 3.5 cm), 1-5/8" x 1-3/8" (4.3 cm x 3.5 cm), 1-3/4" x 2" (4.5 cm x 5.0 cm)
Burford-Finochietto Rib Spreader is a highly-customizable instrument utilized in cardiothoracic procedures that is formed from aluminum and is used to keep the surgical field accessible in pediatric patients. This rib spreader comes equipped with two curved arms and is designed to allow a dispersal of pressure over a larger surface area reducing deformation.
Rib Spreader & Scapula Retractor
Rib Spreader & Scapula Retractor
2 pairs of blades, stainless steel, spread: 8-1/4" (21.0 cm), arm length: 8-1/4" (21.0 cm), fixed blades: 2-1/2" x 1-3/4" deep (6.4 x 4.4 cm), scapula blades: 2" x 2" deep (5.1 x 5.1 cm)
Harken Rib Spreader & Scapula retractor is a highly versatile instrument that is used in cardiothoracic surgical procedures. This stainless steel rib spreader is designed with two arms each with a fixed fenestrated blade that can be adjusted to different spread distances. Additionally, it comes equipped with two adjustable scapular retractors for bracing the scapula.
