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Murphy Retractor

SKU:RM-MR-195-1-1

$44.00USD

Select Size2 Prongs (8.0 mm wide)

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The Murphy Retractor is a 19.5 cm surgical rake instrument designed for wound margin and soft-tissue retraction during general and orthopedic surgery. Handcrafted from German stainless steel in 2 to 6 prongs across 8.0 mm to 28.0 mm widths with Blunt or Sharp tips and a teardrop ring handle, it delivers well-distributed, non-slip counter-traction.

Product Description

The Murphy Retractor is a foundational surgical rake retractor engineered specifically to provide dependable, non-slip soft-tissue and wound margin retraction across general, plastic, and orthopedic procedures. Designed with multiple curved prongs, this instrument allows surgical assistants to apply uniform manual counter-traction across cutaneous and subcutaneous planes without causing focal tissue tearing or slippage.

Built for complete procedural adaptability, this Murphy Retractor maintains a uniform total length frame of 19.5 cm that provides comfortable reaching clearance. Handcrafted from premium operating room-grade German stainless steel, the instrument offers selectable combined prong configurations and blade widths: 2 Prongs with an 8.0 mm wide working end ($44), 3 Prongs with a 13.0 mm wide working end ($49), 4 Prongs with an 18.0 mm wide working end ($54), and 6 Prongs with an expansive 28.0 mm wide working end ($59). Surgeons can choose between Blunt tips for gentle tissue manipulation minimizing compression trauma or Sharp tips for highly reliable, slippage-free tissue engagement. Its ergonomic teardrop ring handle ensures fatigue-free pulling leverage.

Forged with an anti-glare satin matte finish, Retractor Maker manufactures the Murphy Retractor to withstand repetitive hospital autoclave cycles, delivering high corrosion resistance, structural rigidity, and complete clinical durability for operating theaters worldwide.

Product Specifications

Product specifications for theMurphy Retractor
SpecificationDetails
Intended UseSpecifically designed to retract skin margins, fascia, and muscle tissue across general, orthopedic, and plastic surgery.
Primary MaterialPremium Operating Room-Grade German Stainless Steel (AISI 304/420)
ConfigurationHandheld multi-prong surgical rake retractor
Overall Tool Length19.5 cm (approx. 7.7 inches)
Prong & Width Layouts2 Prongs / 8 mm ($44), 3 Prongs / 13 mm ($49), 4 Prongs / 18 mm ($54), 6 Prongs / 28 mm ($59)
Selectable Tip StylesBlunt Tips (minimized compression trauma) or Sharp Tips (reliable, slippage-free engagement)
Handle StyleErgonomic handle featuring an integrated teardrop finger aperture for heavy manual leverage
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 Murphy Retractor?

The Murphy Retractor is a solid one-piece instrument, so its performance comes from blade geometry and handle ergonomics. The working blade is specified as Blunt Tips (minimized compression trauma) or Sharp Tips (reliable, slippage-free engagement), which spreads retraction force over a wider contact area and reduces point pressure on tissue. The handle is ergonomic handle featuring an integrated teardrop finger aperture for heavy manual leverage, giving a secure, fatigue-resistant grip through long exposures. An overall length of 19.5 cm (approx. 7.7 inches) keeps the surgeon's hand clear of the operative field. It is made from premium operating room-grade german stainless steel (aisi 304/420) for glare-free, corrosion-resistant service.

What is the Murphy Retractor used for?

The Murphy Retractor is used in open surgery to retract wound edges, skin flaps, and muscle tissue, providing clear exposure of underlying anatomical structures without slipping.

Which surgical procedures is it for?

It is indicated for appendectomy, hernia repair, carpal tunnel surgery, thyroidectomy, total hip arthroplasty, and general plastic reconstructive procedures.

What material and finish are used?

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.

Is the Murphy Retractor reusable and autoclavable?

Yes. The entire Murphy Retractor is 100% reusable and fully validated for pre-vacuum steam autoclave cycles (134°C / 273°F). Sharp prongs should be cleaned thoroughly with an ultrasonic bath.

Can components and blades be ordered separately?

Because this is a solid, one-piece handheld instrument, each configuration is sold as a standalone unit. Hospitals can order multi-prong sets to equip general surgical trays.

Can custom modifications or private-label markings be ordered?

Yes. Retractor Maker provides custom rake widths, modified prong curvatures, 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 worldwide express delivery. Back-order units take 17 to 20 business days to manufacture and 9 business days for delivery.

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