Stainless Steel Weitlaner Retractor with Baffle – 135mm Orthopedic Surgical Instrument

The Stainless Steel Weitlaner Retractor with Baffle – 135mm Orthopedic Surgical Instrument is a self-retaining orthopedic surgical instrument designed to provide controlled retraction of soft tissue during surgical procedures. Its self-retaining mechanism allows the retractor to remain positioned once appropriately placed, helping maintain exposure while reducing the need for continuous manual assistance.

Weitlaner retractors are commonly used when stable tissue retraction is required during orthopedic, general, and other surgical procedures. The instrument’s working ends engage the tissue margins while the locking mechanism maintains the selected degree of opening. The surgeon can adjust the retraction according to the operative field and the anatomical structures involved.

This model features a baffle configuration at the working end. The baffle can provide an additional tissue-contacting surface and may help distribute retraction forces across the selected area. Proper placement is important to avoid excessive pressure on soft tissues, nerves, blood vessels, or other sensitive anatomical structures.

With an overall length of approximately 135mm, this Weitlaner retractor provides a compact format for procedures where a smaller surgical instrument is appropriate. The correct size depends on the depth and dimensions of the operative field, patient anatomy, surgical approach, and surgeon preference.

The retractor is particularly useful in selected orthopedic procedures where consistent exposure is needed. It may also be used in general surgery and other applications requiring controlled self-retaining tissue retraction. The exact clinical application should be determined according to the surgical procedure and the instrument’s working dimensions.

Stainless-steel construction provides durability and resistance to corrosion when the instrument is properly maintained. The jaws, teeth or baffle surfaces, hinge, and locking mechanism should be inspected regularly for damage or deformation. Proper mechanical function is important because an improperly functioning self-retaining retractor may not maintain the intended position.

The instrument’s self-retaining mechanism should be adjusted gradually and carefully. Excessive opening or force may place unnecessary pressure on tissue and may damage the instrument. The retractor should be positioned on appropriate tissue margins and monitored throughout the procedure.

For reusable surgical use, proper cleaning and sterilization are essential. Following the procedure, the instrument should be cleaned thoroughly to remove blood and tissue debris, particularly around the hinge, working ends, and locking mechanism. It should then be rinsed, dried, inspected, and sterilized according to validated manufacturer instructions and the healthcare facility’s established reprocessing protocol.

The Stainless Steel Weitlaner Retractor with Baffle – 135mm offers a compact and practical solution for controlled self-retaining tissue retraction. Its stainless-steel construction, self-retaining mechanism, baffle working end, and 135mm size make it a useful addition to orthopedic and general surgical instrument trays.

Key Features

• Weitlaner-style self-retaining surgical retractor
• 135mm overall length
• Stainless-steel construction
• Baffle working-end configuration
• Designed for controlled soft-tissue retraction
• Self-retaining mechanism provides hands-free exposure
• Suitable for selected orthopedic surgical procedures
• Useful for general surgical applications requiring stable retraction
• Compact design for appropriately sized operative fields
• Adjustable opening for controlled tissue exposure
• Durable construction for reusable surgical applications when designated
• Requires proper cleaning, inspection, and sterilization

Product Specifications

FAQs

1. What is a Weitlaner retractor used for?

A Weitlaner retractor is used to provide controlled, self-retaining retraction of soft tissue and maintain exposure of the surgical field.

2. What is the purpose of the baffle on this retractor?

The baffle provides an additional tissue-contacting surface at the working end and can help distribute retraction forces over the selected tissue area.

3. What is the length of this Weitlaner retractor?

This model has a stated length of 135mm.

4. Can this Weitlaner retractor be used in orthopedic surgery?

Yes. Weitlaner retractors are commonly used for selected orthopedic procedures where stable, self-retaining tissue retraction is required.

5. Is the Weitlaner retractor self-retaining?

Yes. Its locking mechanism is designed to maintain the selected opening without requiring continuous manual holding.

6. What material is the retractor made from?

This product is described as being made from stainless steel, providing durability and corrosion resistance when properly maintained.

7. Is the Weitlaner retractor reusable?

It may be reusable when designated as a reusable surgical instrument. Cleaning, inspection, maintenance, and sterilization should follow validated manufacturer instructions.

8. How should this surgical retractor be sterilized?

The retractor should be thoroughly cleaned, especially around the hinge and locking mechanism, then dried, inspected, and sterilized according to validated manufacturer and facility protocols.