Self-retaining retractor

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2006-05-30

2006-05-30

Robert, Eduardo C. (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Specula

Retractor

Reexamination Certificate

active

07052457

ABSTRACT:
A disclosed retraction device for gynecological surgery on a patient comprises, in one embodiment according to the invention, a frame hinged on a handle, the frame comprising a track; and at least one retractor slidably mounted on the track by a jig that does not contact the patient. The retraction device may be capable of being retained in position for surgery by the weight of the patient.

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