Tissue retraction device

Details Tissue retraction device Tissue retraction device

2011-08-30

2011-08-30

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Specula

Retractor

C600S214000, C600S226000, C128S200260, C128S207290

Reexamination Certificate

active

08007435

ABSTRACT:
A self-retaining retractor is described. The retractor can be sized for small patients, such as young children or infants or some animals. The retractor has two blades that are capable of holding tissue separated during a procedure, such as a tracheotomy.

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