Balfour abdominal retractor, complete set includes: 1 each 4"x 2 1/2"wide solid center blade 2 each 2 1/2"deep and 4"deep wire side blades 7"operative opening

Configured Abdominal Retraction for Organized Surgical Exposure

The Balfour abdominal retractor is a surgical retractor set designed to support abdominal exposure during general surgery. Its complete configuration combines a solid center blade with wire side blades in two depths, giving the surgical team practical options for positioning retraction around the operative field. The 7-inch operative opening provides a defined working area, while the included blade assortment helps accommodate differing access requirements within the same procedure. As a surgical retractor, it supports organized handling and visualization by maintaining the selected retraction arrangement during the operative workflow.

Use Cases

• Support abdominal exposure during general surgery procedures.
• Use the solid center blade as the central retraction component within the Balfour configuration.
• Select the 2 1/2-inch-deep or 4-inch-deep wire side blades according to the required retraction arrangement.
• Use the complete set when a 7-inch operative opening is appropriate for the planned surgical field.
• Integrate into surgical retractor workflows that require a coordinated center-and-side blade configuration.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the center and wire side blades according to facility protocols and the applicable instructions for use.
• Inspect each blade before and after use for visible damage, deformation, or other conditions that could affect handling.
• Handle the wire side blades carefully during setup, cleaning, and storage to help prevent bending or impact damage.
• Store the complete set in a manner that protects the blades and keeps the components together.

General use; follow facility protocols.