Knapp self-retaining retractor 4" angled 4x4 blunt prongs 1"wide, cross-action with ratchet catch

Self-retaining design helps maintain tissue exposure while leaving hands available.
Cross-action construction supports controlled opening and positioning during surgical handling.
Ratchet catch helps hold the selected retraction position during procedures.
Angled blades can improve access around operative anatomy and approach angles.
Blunt prongs provide a less pointed contact profile for tissue retraction.
Four-inch size and one-inch width support compact, targeted retraction.

Brand: surgivalley

$42.28 $56.00

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OEM & International Cross-Reference Equivalents

UNIVERSAL NOMENCLATURE EU MDR 2017/745 & US FDA GUDID Classification

EMDN (EUDAMED): L03140101

SELF-STATIC SPREADERS, REUSABLE

GMDN Code: 45182

Self-retaining surgical retractor, reusable

Manufacturer / Benchmark	Catalog Number (REF)	Specification Match
Katena	`K1-9000`	Exact Pattern Match
Medline	`PF123360`	Exact Pattern Match
RZ-Medizintechnik	`170-080-001`	Exact Pattern Match
Sklar	`65-1545`	Exact Pattern Match

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SKU: 005211899

Categories: Retractors, Retractors | Rib Spreaders

Controlled, Self-Retaining Access for Focused Surgical Exposure

The Knapp self-retaining retractor is designed to hold tissue aside during open surgical exposure, helping maintain a working field without requiring continuous manual retraction. Its 4-inch angled profile and 1-inch-wide, 4x4 blunt-prong configuration support positioning around the operative site while the cross-action design with ratchet catch provides adjustable retention during handling. Suitable for general surgery and cardiovascular applications, it offers a practical option when a compact, self-retaining retractor is needed for controlled access and visualization. The blunt prongs are suited to deliberate placement and careful tissue management within the facility’s established technique.

Use Cases

Maintain retraction during general surgical procedures where a compact self-retaining instrument is appropriate.
Support exposure around cardiovascular operative fields while the operator focuses on other instruments or tasks.
Use the angled blade profile to approach the operative site from a practical working angle.
Engage the cross-action mechanism and ratchet catch to maintain selected retraction during the procedure.
Position the 4x4 blunt-prong configuration for controlled tissue retraction and field organization.

Specifications

Blade Shape	Angled
Tip Type	Blunt
Dimensions	4", 1"
Action	Cross-action

Care & Reprocessing

Clean and reprocess according to the facility’s validated instrument-care procedures and applicable manufacturer instructions.
Inspect the blunt prongs, angled blade, cross-action joint, and ratchet catch for damage, deformation, or impaired movement before use.
Handle the prongs and working mechanism carefully to avoid bending or unnecessary mechanical stress.
Store the retractor in a manner that protects the prongs and allows the ratchet and joint areas to remain accessible for inspection.

General use; follow facility protocols.