Opposing parallel bladed retractor and method of use

Details Opposing parallel bladed retractor and method of use Opposing parallel bladed retractor and method of use

2005-09-16

2008-11-25

Rodriguez, Cris L (Department: 3732)

Surgery

Specula

Retractor

C600S201000, C600S213000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07455639

ABSTRACT:
A retractor is provided for maintaining substantially parallel blade alignment with the longitudinal axis of the retractor during opening and closing the retractor blades. The retractor includes rotatable blade receptacles and hinged blade arms interconnected to rotatable arms for maintaining the alignment of the blades during opening and closing. In addition, the retractor may include interchangeable blades, means for locking the blade position, and means for securing the retractor to a mechanical arm.

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