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Bookwalter Small Incision Retractor System

SKU:RM-BSIRS-1

$2,199USD

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The Bookwalter Small Incision Retractor System is a table-mounted, self-retaining retractor set configured for procedures performed through limited incisions. A 12″ field post, heavy-duty post coupler and 1″ horizontal flex bar support a small round solid ring and a small oval segmented ring, with six tilt ratchets holding malleable, Deaver, Kelly, deep rake and Richardson blades. Manufactured from non-magnetic, surgical-grade stainless steel and supplied non-sterile in a customized perforated sterilization box.

Product Description

The Bookwalter Small Incision Retractor System is a table-mounted, self-retaining retractor system. It anchors to the operating table and holds each blade in position, providing stable, hands-free surgical exposure during procedures performed through limited incisions where precise access is required while minimizing tissue disruption.

The mounting system comprises a 12″ (30 cm) field post, a 1″ × 1″ (2.5 × 2.5 cm) heavy-duty stainless steel post coupler rail clamp and a 1″ (2.5 cm) diameter multi-jointed horizontal flex bar. Two ring options are supplied: a small round solid ring with an 8½″ (21.3 cm) internal diameter and a small oval segmented ring measuring 8½″ × 14″ (20 × 35 cm), which is hinged so the frame can be reconfigured around the incision.

Six low-profile tilt ratchets lock to the ring and hold each blade at the required depth and angle. The blade set includes malleable blades in three sizes, curved Deaver pelvic blades, shallow right-angle Kelly blades in three sizes, multi-prong deep rake blades and shallow flat-lipped Richardson blades in three sizes, allowing exposure to be built up progressively through a small opening.

All components are manufactured from non-magnetic, surgical-grade stainless steel. The Bookwalter Small Incision Retractor System is brand new, reusable and fully autoclavable, and is supplied non-sterile — cleaning and sterilization must follow the healthcare facility's validated procedures before use. The Bookwalter Small Incision Retractor System is supplied in a customized perforated sterilization box that organizes each component for processing and storage. Retractor Maker manufactures the system in Sialkot, Pakistan and supplies it directly to hospitals, surgeons and distributors, with a minimum order quantity of one full set.

Product Specifications

Product specifications for theBookwalter Small Incision Retractor System
SpecificationDetails
Intended UseDesigned to provide stable, hands-free surgical exposure during procedures performed through limited incisions where precise access is required while minimizing tissue disruption.
Primary MaterialNon-magnetic, surgical-grade stainless steel
ConfigurationComplete Small Incision Retractor System
Mounting SystemField post with horizontal flex bar and post coupler
Ring ConfigurationSmall round solid ring and small oval segmented ring
SterilitySupplied non-sterile (fully autoclavable)
PackagingSupplied in a customized perforated sterilization box
ManufacturerRetractor Maker
Product ConditionBrand new
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)1 Full Set

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the complete Bookwalter Small Incision Retractor System?

The complete system includes the small ring frame and table post assembly, self-retaining ratchet mechanisms, a comprehensive set of short Richardson, Kelly and Deaver blade varieties, and a dedicated sterilization tray for organized processing.

What is the Bookwalter Small Incision Retractor System used for?

The Bookwalter Small Incision Retractor System is a table-mounted, self-retaining surgical retractor engineered to provide steady, hands-free exposure of deep operative fields. By anchoring directly to the operating table rails and locking blades under mechanical counter-traction, it eliminates assistant muscle fatigue and prevents tissue slip during long procedures.

Which surgical procedures is it for?

This system is indicated for small-incision and minimally invasive open procedures, including appendectomy, hernia repair and limited laparotomy.

What material and finish are used?

Every component is manufactured from non-magnetic, surgical-grade stainless steel. All surfaces are treated with a non-reflective satin finish to suppress glare under intense operating room lighting.

Is it reusable and autoclavable?

Yes. The entire Bookwalter Small Incision Retractor System is 100% reusable and fully validated for standard steam autoclave sterilization cycles (pre-vacuum steam at 134°C / 273°F). All mechanical clamps, ratchets and joint connections should be loosened or disassembled prior to cleaning and autoclaving.

Can components and blades be ordered separately?

Yes. Hospitals, clinics and distributors can purchase individual replacement parts — including specific blade depths, ratchet mechanisms, frame rings, post couplers and storage cases — as open-stock catalog items without needing to buy a complete system.

Can custom blade dimensions or private-label markings be ordered?

Yes. Because Retractor Maker is a direct manufacturer, we provide custom blade modifications (such as extended depths or specialty curves), bespoke frame sizing, and custom laser etching for hospital asset tracking or OEM branding.

What is the standard lead time and delivery timeframe for orders?

For in-stock instruments, orders take 5 business days to process and inspect, followed by 7 business days for worldwide delivery. For back-order or custom-manufactured systems, production takes 17 to 20 business days, followed by 9 business days for delivery. Full tracking details are supplied upon dispatch.

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