Cooley Rib Spreader

The Cooley Rib Spreader is an internationally recognized cardiothoracic surgical retractor engineered specifically to provide safe, gradual intercostal rib separation during cardiovascular, pulmonary, and mediastinal operations. Designed with curved fenestrated lateral blades that seat smoothly over rib margins, this instrument allows surgeons to distribute spreading counter-traction evenly, preventing costal fractures while maintaining an unencumbered visual corridor into the thoracic cavity.

Built to span the full spectrum of patient body habitus, this Cooley Rib Spreader line is offered in four distinct clinical sizing profiles: the Infant Profile ($319) with 12 mm × 16 mm blades and a 95 mm maximum track spread; the Pediatric Profile ($329) with 15 mm × 30 mm blades and a 140 mm maximum track spread; the Standard Adult Profile ($339) with 21 mm × 44 mm blades and a 150 mm maximum track spread; and the Large Adult Profile ($349) with 35 mm × 50 mm blades and a 200 mm maximum track spread. Handcrafted from premium operating room-grade German stainless steel, its rotary crank drive locks positively under mechanical tension.

Forged with an anti-glare satin matte finish, Retractor Maker manufactures the Cooley Rib Spreader to withstand repetitive hospital autoclave cycles, providing open-heart surgical centers, pediatric cardiac suites, and thoracic operating rooms worldwide with exceptional mechanical stability, corrosion resistance, and complete autoclave durability.