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General Surgery Retractors

Lahey Retractor

SKU:RM-LR-HH-1-1

$39.00USD

Select Size18 cm (approx. 7″)

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The Lahey Retractor is a precision handheld soft-tissue retractor designed for superficial endocrine and neck surgery. Available in 18 cm and 20.3 cm lengths with narrow right-angled blades (5 mm or 15 × 3 mm), it provides gentle, focused retraction during thyroidectomy and carotid procedures.

Product Description

The Lahey Retractor is an internationally recognized handheld surgical retractor engineered to provide atraumatic soft-tissue exposure in delicate neck and endocrine procedures. Designed with a slender right-angled working tip, this instrument allows surgeons to gently elevate strap muscles, fascia, and cutaneous margins without obscuring visual access to underlying neurovascular structures.

Optimized for precision cervical dissections, the Lahey Retractor is available in two distinct overall working lengths: 18 cm ($39) and 20.3 cm ($49). The retractor features selectable blade configurations including a narrow 5 mm blade and a 15 mm × 3 mm right-angle blade, providing targeted holding capability with an ergonomic flat handle that ensures comfortable, fatigue-free control for operating assistants.

Forged from non-magnetic, medical-grade surgical stainless steel with a reflection-free satin finish, Retractor Maker manufactures the Lahey Retractor to strict clinical standards, delivering high corrosion resistance, unyielding rigidity, and full autoclave compatibility for general surgery and otolaryngology departments.

Product Specifications

Product specifications for theLahey Retractor
SpecificationDetails
Intended UseSpecifically designed to provide atraumatic soft-tissue retraction and structured exposure during thyroid, neck, and general surgical procedures.
Primary MaterialSurgical-Grade Stainless Steel (AISI 304/410)
ConfigurationHandheld single-end right-angled neck retractor
Selectable Overall Lengths18 cm ($39.00) and 20.3 cm ($49.00)
Selectable Blade Dimensions15 mm × 3 mm blade or 5 mm wide blade
Handle DesignSlender flat handle with finger-rest contour
SterilitySupplied Non-Sterile (Fully Autoclavable)
PackagingIndividual Protective Packaging
ManufacturerRetractor Maker
Product ConditionBrand New
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)1 Piece

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the blade and handle design advantages of the Lahey Retractor?

The Lahey Retractor is a solid one-piece instrument, so its performance comes from blade geometry and handle ergonomics. The working blade is specified as 15 mm × 3 mm blade or 5 mm wide blade, which spreads retraction force over a wider contact area and reduces point pressure on tissue. The handle is slender flat handle with finger-rest contour, giving a secure, fatigue-resistant grip through long exposures. An overall length of 18 cm ($39.00) and 20.3 cm ($49.00) keeps the surgeon's hand clear of the operative field. It is made from surgical-grade stainless steel (aisi 304/410) for glare-free, corrosion-resistant service.

What is the Lahey Retractor used for?

The Lahey Retractor is used in head, neck, and thyroid procedures to gently retract the sternocleidomastoid muscle, strap muscles, and subcutaneous tissues, exposing the thyroid gland, trachea, and carotid sheath.

Which surgical procedures is it for?

It is indicated for thyroidectomy, parathyroidectomy, tracheostomy, carotid endarterectomy, branchial cleft cyst excision, and superficial plastic surgical dissections.

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 glare under surgical operating lights.

Is the Lahey Retractor reusable and autoclavable?

Yes. The entire Lahey Retractor is 100% reusable and fully validated for pre-vacuum steam autoclave cycles (134°C / 273°F).

Can components and blades be ordered separately?

Because this is a one-piece solid instrument, each size is sold as a standalone item. Surgical centers can order specific lengths or paired sets to equip endocrine surgical trays.

Can custom modifications or private-label markings be ordered?

Yes. Retractor Maker provides custom blade lip depths, modified shaft lengths, and laser marking for hospital asset tracking upon request.

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

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

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