The Breast Surgery Set – Tabbets Retractor Fiber Optic & Breast Elevator (Reusable) is a specialized surgical instrument set designed for professional breast surgery and selected plastic surgery procedures. The set combines a fiber optic Tabbets retractor with a breast elevator to provide controlled tissue exposure, surgical access, and localized illumination during appropriate procedures.
A dedicated breast surgery instrument set can help surgical teams maintain essential instruments in an organized configuration. Retractors are particularly important when controlled tissue exposure is required. The Tabbets fiber optic retractor is designed to provide retraction while incorporating a fiber optic illumination system that directs light toward the operative field. This can help improve visualization and reduce shadows in areas where conventional overhead illumination may be less effective.
The breast elevator provides an additional instrument for controlled elevation and manipulation of breast tissue. Its working profile is designed to assist with tissue positioning and surgical exposure according to the surgeon’s technique. The specific size, shape, and application of the elevator should be selected according to the patient’s anatomy and the requirements of the procedure.
The set may be useful during selected breast augmentation, breast reconstruction, revision breast surgery, and other plastic surgery procedures where tissue retraction and visualization are required. The exact clinical application depends on the individual instrument design and manufacturer’s intended use.
The instruments are specified as reusable, making them suitable for professional healthcare facilities that have validated cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and instrument-processing procedures. Reusable surgical instruments can provide a practical long-term solution for hospitals, plastic surgery centers, breast surgery units, and specialized surgical clinics.
The exact material should be confirmed with the manufacturer. Surgical retractors and elevators are commonly manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel or other suitable surgical materials selected for strength, durability, corrosion resistance, and compatibility with validated reprocessing procedures.
Fiber optic instruments require additional attention during handling and maintenance. Before use, the optical surface, light guide, connector, and working components should be inspected for damage, contamination, or reduced light transmission. The fiber optic connection should be compatible with the intended surgical light source and operated according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
The reusable components should be carefully inspected before each procedure. Particular attention should be given to retractor blades, elevator surfaces, joints, handles, fiber optic connections, and any locking or adjustment mechanisms. Instruments showing corrosion, deformation, cracks, damaged working ends, or other defects should not be used until appropriately evaluated.
After use, the instruments should be cleaned promptly and sterilized using a validated process specified by the manufacturer and healthcare facility. Fiber optic components should be reprocessed according to their specific manufacturer’s instructions to help prevent damage to the optical system.
The Tabbets Breast Surgery Set – Fiber Optic Retractor & Breast Elevator provides a practical combination of breast surgery instrumentation for facilities seeking organized, reusable tools for controlled tissue exposure and operative visualization.
Key Features
- Tabbets breast surgery instrument set
- Fiber optic breast retractor
- Breast elevator included
- Reusable surgical instruments
- Designed for controlled tissue retraction
- Provides localized fiber optic illumination
- Supports breast tissue elevation and manipulation
- Suitable for breast and plastic surgery
- Professional surgical instrument design
- Durable construction for repeated use
- Suitable for validated sterilization
- Ideal for hospitals and specialist surgical centers
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Breast Surgery Instrument Set |
| Instrument Type | Fiber Optic Retractor & Breast Elevator |
| Designation | Tabbets |
| Application | Breast & Plastic Surgery |
| Specialty | Breast Surgery / Plastic Surgery |
| Material | Medical-Grade Surgical Material* |
| Finish | Surgical / Medical-Grade Finish |
| Sterilization | Validated method according to manufacturer instructions |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Usage | Tissue Retraction, Elevation & Illumination |
| Illumination | Fiber Optic |
| Packaging | Set / Tray according to configuration |
*Confirm the exact material and grade with the manufacturer.
Product Contents
The set includes:
- 1 × Tabbets Fiber Optic Breast Retractor
- 1 × Breast Elevator
- Fiber optic components/connection as applicable
- Additional components according to the supplied configuration
Exact dimensions, connector type, instrument quantity, and included accessories should be confirmed against the manufacturer’s packing list.
Applications
The set may support:
- Breast augmentation
- Breast implant procedures
- Breast reconstruction
- Revision breast surgery
- Cosmetic breast surgery
- Breast tissue elevation
- Soft-tissue retraction
- Surgical exposure
- Selected plastic surgery procedures
- Selected reconstructive procedures
FAQs
1. What is the Tabbets fiber optic retractor used for?
It is designed to provide controlled breast tissue retraction with localized illumination during appropriate surgical procedures.
2. What is the breast elevator used for?
The breast elevator is designed to assist with controlled elevation and manipulation of breast tissue during surgical exposure.
3. Is this set reusable?
Yes. The set is specified as reusable, subject to appropriate cleaning, inspection, sterilization, and maintenance.
4. Does the fiber optic retractor need a light source?
Yes. The fiber optic system requires a compatible surgical light source. Connector and system compatibility should be verified before use.
5. What material is the set made from?
The exact material should be confirmed with the manufacturer. Surgical retractors and elevators are commonly manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel or other suitable surgical materials.
6. Can it be used for breast augmentation?
It may support selected breast augmentation procedures where controlled tissue exposure and illumination are required.
7. How should the fiber optic components be maintained?
They should be cleaned, inspected, and reprocessed according to the manufacturer’s validated instructions, with particular care given to the optical surface and connector.
8. Who should use this instrument set?
It is intended for qualified plastic surgeons and trained healthcare professionals experienced in breast and related surgical procedures.
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