Bailey Rib Contractor

The Bailey Rib Contractor is a solid one-piece instrument, so its performance comes from blade geometry and handle ergonomics. The working blade is specified as Strong curved claw-like tips designed to grip rib borders securely, which spreads retraction force over a wider contact area and reduces point pressure on tissue. An overall length of 20 cm (approx. 8 inches) keeps the surgeon's hand clear of the operative field. It is made from surgical-grade stainless steel (aisi 304/420) for glare-free, corrosion-resistant service.

The Bailey Rib Contractor is used in thoracic and cardiac surgery to draw adjacent ribs together after intercostal incision, holding them in anatomical alignment while pericostal sutures are placed and tied.

It is indicated for posterolateral thoracotomy closure, anterolateral thoracotomy closure, lung resection procedures, thoracic trauma repair, and open cardiac surgeries.

The instrument is forged from high-tensile surgical stainless steel with an anti-glare satin matte finish that eliminates reflection under bright surgical operating lights.

Yes. The entire Bailey Rib Contractor is 100% reusable and fully validated for pre-vacuum steam autoclave cycles (134°C / 273°F). The threaded compression shaft should be cleaned and lubricated regularly.

Because this is an integrated mechanical instrument, it is supplied as a complete unit. Thoracic surgery departments can order multiple units as open-stock inventory.

Yes. Retractor Maker provides custom claw profiles, pediatric scale variations, and laser marking for hospital asset tracking upon request.

In-stock orders take 5 business days to inspect and dispatch, followed by 7 business days for worldwide express delivery. Back-order units take 17 to 20 business days to manufacture and 9 business days for delivery.