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

Self-retaining design helps maintain exposure while leaving both hands available.
Cross-action construction supports controlled opening during focused tissue retraction.
Ratchet catch helps hold the selected retraction position during procedures.
Straight, sharp prongs support direct, focused engagement for localized retraction.
The four-inch length and one-inch width support compact, accessible placement.
Supports use in cardiovascular, ENT, general, and plastic surgery procedures.

Brand: surgivalley

$45.64 $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: 005211875

Categories: Retractors, Retractors | Rib Spreaders, Retractors, Retractors

Controlled Retraction for Clear, Consistent Access

The Knapp self-retaining retractor is designed to hold tissue edges apart during surgical procedures, helping maintain an open working area without requiring continuous manual positioning. Its 4-inch straight frame, 4x4 sharp prongs, and 1-inch width provide a compact configuration for focused access, while the cross-action design and ratchet catch support controlled placement and retention. This configuration can be incorporated into workflows across cardiovascular, ENT, general surgery, and plastic surgery settings where stable retraction and unobstructed visualization are important. The self-retaining format also helps reduce the need for an assistant to maintain retractor position throughout a task.

Use Cases

Support focused tissue retraction during general surgery procedures requiring a compact self-retaining instrument.
Assist with exposure in cardiovascular surgical workflows where controlled positioning around a defined operative area is required.
Provide localized retraction for ENT procedures involving access to confined anatomical regions.
Support plastic surgery tasks requiring steady edge retraction while preserving working space for the surgical team.

Specifications

Blade Shape	Straight
Tip Type	Sharp
Dimensions	4", 1"

Care & Reprocessing

Clean and reprocess the retractor according to facility protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
Inspect the sharp prongs, cross-action mechanism, and ratchet catch before use for visible damage, deformation, or impaired movement.
Handle the sharp prongs carefully during cleaning, transport, and storage to help protect personnel and the instrument.
Store the retractor so the prongs and ratchet mechanism are protected from impact and unnecessary contact with other instruments.

General use; follow facility protocols.