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Harrington Sweetheart Retractor
SKU:RM-HSR-1-1
$129USD
The Harrington Sweetheart Retractor is a specialized visceral retractor engineered for deep pelvic, abdominal, and thoracic procedures. Featuring an iconic heart-shaped distal blade that cradles delicate viscera atraumatically, it is available in curved or straight profiles across five standard dimensions from 4 × 12.8 cm to 11.5 × 25.5 cm.
Product Description
The Harrington Sweetheart Retractor is a premier visceral surgical retractor engineered specifically to provide broad, atraumatic displacement of parenchymal organs and deep soft-tissue structures. Famous for its distinctive sweetheart heart-shaped distal paddle, this instrument distributes counter-traction evenly across a broad surface area, protecting fragile abdominal organs such as the liver, spleen, and intestines from focal compression injury.
Built for variable anatomical depths and surgical approaches, the Harrington Sweetheart Retractor is offered in five modular dimensions: 4 × 12.8 cm ($129), 6.5 × 12.8 cm ($134), 6.5 × 14.6 cm ($139), 9 × 25.5 cm ($144), and an extra-deep 11.5 × 25.5 cm ($149) configuration. Surgeons can choose between an ergonomic curved shank that arches around wound margins or a rigid straight profile, both integrating seamlessly into modular table-mounted frames or manual handheld setups.
Forged from premium medical-grade surgical stainless steel with an anti-glare satin matte finish, Retractor Maker manufactures the Harrington Sweetheart Retractor to withstand rigorous hospital autoclaving cycles, providing general, urological, and gynecological surgical teams with long-lasting clinical durability and tactile control.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Intended Use | Specifically designed to retract and protect abdominal viscera, liver lobes, spleen, and bladder during deep abdominal and pelvic surgery. |
| Primary Material | Surgical-Grade Stainless Steel (AISI 304/420) |
| Configuration | Handheld / Modular visceral retractor with sweetheart blade paddle |
| Selectable Blade Dimensions | 4 × 12.8 cm ($129), 6.5 × 12.8 cm ($134), 6.5 × 14.6 cm ($139), 9 × 25.5 cm ($144), 11.5 × 25.5 cm ($149) |
| Structural Profiles | Curved Shank or Straight Shank options |
| Blade Geometry | Broad heart-shaped paddle with smooth, atraumatic peripheral lips |
| Sterility | Supplied Non-Sterile (Fully Autoclavable) |
| Packaging | Individual Protective Packaging |
| Manufacturer | Retractor Maker |
| Product Condition | Brand New |
| Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) | 1 Piece |
Available Sizes & Pricing
| Size | Price (USD) | SKU | Shipping |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 × 12.8 cm | $129 | RM-HSR-1-1 | — |
| 6.5 × 12.8 cm | $134 | RM-HSR-1-2 | — |
| 6.5 × 14.6 cm | $139 | RM-HSR-1-3 | — |
| 9 × 25.5 cm | $144 | RM-HSR-1-4 | — |
| 11.5 × 25.5 cm | $149 | RM-HSR-1-5 | — |
Minimum order quantity:1 Piece.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the blade and handle design advantages of the Harrington Sweetheart Retractor?
The Harrington Sweetheart Retractor is a solid one-piece instrument, so its performance comes from blade geometry and handle ergonomics. The working blade is specified as 4 × 12.8 cm ($129), 6.5 × 12.8 cm ($134), 6.5 × 14.6 cm ($139), 9 × 25.5 cm ($144), 11.5 × 25.5 cm ($149), which spreads retraction force over a wider contact area and reduces point pressure on tissue. It is made from surgical-grade stainless steel (aisi 304/420) for glare-free, corrosion-resistant service.
What is the Harrington Sweetheart Retractor used for?
The Harrington Sweetheart Retractor is used in open abdominal and pelvic surgery to retract solid viscera, such as the liver, spleen, and intestines, or the urinary bladder, providing an expansive view of deep operative fields.
Which surgical procedures is it for?
It is indicated for cholecystectomy, open splenectomy, colectomy, total abdominal hysterectomy, radical prostatectomy, cesarean sections, and liver resections.
What material and finish are used?
The instrument is forged from premium surgical-grade stainless steel with an anti-glare satin matte finish that eliminates optical reflections under surgical overhead lighting.
Is the Harrington Sweetheart Retractor reusable and autoclavable?
Yes. The entire Harrington Sweetheart Retractor is 100% reusable and fully validated for standard pre-vacuum steam autoclave cycles (134°C / 273°F).
Can components and blades be ordered separately?
Each size and profile is sold as a standalone unit. Hospitals can order multiple sizes as open-stock inventory to equip general laparotomy and gynecological instrument sets.
Can custom modifications or private-label markings be ordered?
Yes. Retractor Maker provides custom blade curvatures, extended shank lengths for bariatric patients, and laser marking for hospital asset tracking upon request.
What is the standard lead time and delivery timeframe for orders?
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.
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