Product Details
The image shows a Gelpi self-retaining retractor, a surgical instrument used to hold tissues apart during surgery.
- Function: The retractor is used to pull back deep and superficial tissues, such as muscle and skin, to provide a clear view of the surgical site.
- Design: It is a scissor-like device with two sharp, curved prongs at each end that hook onto the tissue.
- Mechanism: The instrument has a locking or ratchet mechanism that keeps the prongs open, allowing it to hold tissue apart without needing a person to manually hold it. This frees up the surgeon's hands for other tasks.
- Applications: It is commonly used in orthopedic, neurosurgical, gynecological, and general surgeries.
