Chandler MIS retractor 8 1/2" 5/8"wide blade flat handle

Focused Manual Retraction for Controlled Surgical Access

The Chandler MIS retractor is a manual surgical retractor designed to help maintain tissue exposure during operative work. Its 8 1/2-inch length provides a defined reach for positioning within the field, while the 5/8-inch-wide flat blade offers a compact contact profile for localized retraction. The flat handle supports straightforward hand placement and repositioning as the surgical team works. Suitable for general surgery, orthopedic applications, and broader surgical-retractor workflows, this instrument can help organize access and visualization without adding unnecessary complexity to routine handling. Its focused dimensions make it practical when controlled, manual retraction is required during a procedure.

Use Cases

• Support manual tissue retraction and field exposure during general surgery workflows.
• Assist with controlled access and visualization during orthopedic procedures.
• Use as a focused surgical retractor when a 5/8-inch-wide blade is appropriate for the task.
• Position and reposition the instrument by its flat handle during hands-on operative work.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess according to the facility's established protocols and applicable instructions for use.
• Inspect the blade and flat handle before and after use for visible soil, damage, or deformation.
• Handle and store the retractor to protect the blade from impact, bending, or contact with other instruments.

General use; follow facility protocols.