D’Errico Nerve Root Retractor
bayonet, 6.0 mm blade, 9" (23.0 cm)?D'errico Nerve Root Retractor is designed for use in neurosurgical procedures that require manipulation of nerve roots. This retractor can help protect a nerve root from injury when the area around it is part of the surgical field. The unique bayonet design of this retractor makes it possible to effectively retract nerve roots while keeping the handle of the instrument out of the surgical field.
Dale Rongeur
Dale Rongeur
14-1/2" (36.8 cm), 3.0 mm bite
Dale Ronger is an instrument commonly used in thoracic surgery. This instrument is utilized in soft tissue and bone excision, particularly suited for cardiothoracic cases due to its small, precise bite. Additionally, this instrument comes polished to a dull, satin finish to reduce glare under operating room lights.
Dandy Nerve Hook
9" (23.0 cm)?Dandy Nerve Hook is a specially crafted instrument for use in retraction of nerves during a wide variety of neurosurgical procedures including spinal surgery. This hook features a long slim handle that narrows further and at the very end features a bend that serves as a hook. This smooth design allows for handling of delicate nerve structures without causing rips or tears but effectively keeps them out of the surgical field and safe from injury. Additionally this hook is available in three profiles: straight, left bent or right bent making it well suited for reaching into some difficult to reach areas.
Dandy Scalp Forceps
Darling Popliteal Retractor
Direction of widest blade upon placement determines whether left or right, length: 6-1/2" (16.5 cm), spread: 3-3/4" (9.5 cm), large blade: 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) wide x 3" (7.5 cm) deep, small blade: 1" (2.5 cm) wide x 2-1/8" (5.4 cm) deep
Darling Popliteal Retractor is ideally used in cardiothoracic surgical procedures. These retractors can be used when surgical maneuvers require manipulation and retraction of the popliteal veins and arteries. The unique scissor handle designs affords optimal maneuverability for delicate placement and retraction. The direction of the widest blade upon placement determines if it is left or right and this instrument is available in both.
Dartigues Uterine Elevating Forceps
smooth jaws, straight, 10-1/4" (26.0 cm)?Dartigues Uterine Elevating Forceps are designed to remove tissue, tumors, or polyps from the uterus by elevating the vaginal wall. The clamps at the ends of the ring handles curve inward toward the handles. The clamps feature smooth jaws to firmly grasp the tissue to be removed.
Davis Brain Spatula
Davis Brain Spatula
malleable, 7" (17.5 cm)
Davis Brain Spatula is 7" in length and comes in a variety of widths to accommodate different cases. This instrument is commonly used in neurology procedures to hold the opening in the brain while operating. The spatula is also malleable, which allows it to bend and fit the size or depth of the operated brain. Following the conclusion of the surgery, a small hammer is used to strike the spatula in order to restore it to its initial shape.
Davis Retractor
Double-ended, 5.0 mm x 16.0 mm & 8.0 mm x 21.0 mm blades, 5-1/2" (14.0 cm)
Davis Retractor is a stainless steel instrument that is double-ended and has opposing blades on either end. This retractor is able to divide and keep edges of an incision open. This instrument is also protected by the Lexis Industry manufacturer warranty on defects in materials and workmanship.
Dawson-Yuhl Gouge
7.0 mm, 11" (28.0 cm)?Dawson- Yuhl Gouge is specially crafted for delicate work in bone manipulation. It features a 7 mm gouge that can be used to scrape along bone or with a mallet be used to create holes or splinter bone to gain access to the inside. Uniquely this instrument is available in two different styles, straight or bayonet, allowing the perfect fit for any particular surgical maneuver.
Dawson-Yuhl Rongeur Forceps
Dawson-Yuhl Rongeur Forceps are double action forceps suitable for many different orthopedic surgical procedures. This instrument is suitable for use as a forceps to handle bone by gripping it effectively but also can double as a rongeur that can be used to cut or modify the bone. Additionally this instrument is of a lempert-type and is straight and features a 4.0 mm jaw.
Dean Rongeur
Dean Rongeur is a highly versatile instrument that can be used in a variety of procedures that require handling of bone. This includes many orthopedic procedures in which initial incisions into bone or hard tissue need to be enlarged or when certain segments of bone need to be cut or slightly modified. This rongeur is particularly well suited for use with smaller bones as it features a 4.0 mm bite and has a slight curvature which allows it to mirror the curvature of certain body areas.
Deaver Retractor – Double-Ended
Double-Ended
double-ended, 1" wide x 9" long
Deaver Retractor is typically used during abdominal procedures to keep the organs from interfering with the surgical site. This double-ended instrument has a long, curved blade on one end and a short, right angle blade on the other end. The shorter end may help to retract the walls of the bladder during intravesical surgeries, and the longer end may be helpful for deeper retractions.
