Balfour abdominal retractor with ratchet bar, complete set includes 1 each 2 3/4"x 2 5/8"wide solid center blade 2 each 2 1/2"deep and 3 1/2"deep wire side blades 10 1/2"operative open

Configured Abdominal Retraction for Practical Surgical Access

The Balfour abdominal retractor with ratchet bar is a surgical retractor set designed to help maintain an open operative field during general surgery. Its complete configuration combines a solid center blade with wire side blades in two depths, giving the team practical options for positioning around the abdominal incision. The ratchet bar supports controlled adjustment during setup, while the 10 1/2-inch operative opening accommodates a broad working area. By bringing the center and side components together in one coordinated set, this instrument supports organized handling, exposure, and visualization in surgical retractor workflows without requiring separate, unrelated blade configurations.

Use Cases

• Support abdominal exposure during general surgery procedures requiring a self-retaining retractor arrangement.
• Use the solid center blade and wire side blades together to establish a configured retraction setup around the operative field.
• Select the 2 1/2-inch or 3 1/2-inch wire side blades according to the required retractor depth and positioning needs.
• Use the ratchet bar to help maintain the selected retractor configuration during operative setup and handling.
• Integrate into surgical retractor workflows where a 10 1/2-inch operative opening is appropriate.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the retractor and its separate blades according to facility procedures and the applicable instructions for use.
• Inspect the ratchet bar, center blade, wire side blades, and connection points for visible damage, distortion, or impaired movement before use.
• Handle the wire side blades carefully during setup, cleaning, and transport to help prevent bending or other damage.
• Store the complete set in a manner that keeps the blades and ratchet bar protected, organized, and readily available for inspection.

General use; follow facility protocols.