Lateral Fat Pad Retractor

The Lateral Fat Pad Retractor is a solid one-piece instrument, so its performance comes from blade geometry and handle ergonomics. The working blade is specified as 41 mm wide blade profile, which spreads retraction force over a wider contact area and reduces point pressure on tissue. The handle is heavy-duty ergonomic flat handle designed for sustained manual leverage counter-traction, giving a secure, fatigue-resistant grip through long exposures. An overall length of 10 inches (25.4 cm) keeps the surgeon's hand clear of the operative field. It is made from premium surgical-grade german stainless steel (aisi 304/420) for glare-free, corrosion-resistant service.

The Lateral Fat Pad Retractor is used in knee arthroplasty to retract the infrapatellar fat pad (Hoffa's fat pad) and lateral capsule, exposing the lateral tibial plateau and meniscus for bone cuts.

It is indicated for Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA), unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA), revision knee reconstruction, lateral meniscectomy, and knee arthrotomy.

The instrument is handcrafted from premium German surgical stainless steel with an anti-glare satin matte finish that eliminates optical reflections under surgical operating lights.

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

Because this is a solid, one-piece handheld instrument, it is supplied as a complete standalone unit. Hospitals can order multiple units as open-stock inventory.

Yes. Retractor Maker provides custom blade widths, modified shank angles, and laser marking for hospital asset tracking upon request.

In-stock instruments 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.