Plastic surgery retractors are specialized instruments used to hold back tissues during surgical procedures, enhancing visibility and access to the surgical site. They come in various shapes and sizes tailored for specific surgeries. Here are some common types:
1-Tebbetts Lighted Retractor: A surgical instrument with teeth at tip, used in various medical procedures, particularly in breast surgery.
2- Ferriera Retractor: Also same functionality like Tebbetts retractor but with smooth and without teeth at the tip.
3- Anderson Bear Claw Retractor: A five and three longitudinal prongs instruments used to hold back the skin and tissues.
4- Breast Elevator for Mammaryplasty: A breast elevator is a surgical instrument typically used in procedures like mammaryplasty (breast augmentation or breast lift) to provide better access and visibility during surgery. It helps to elevate and support the breast tissue, allowing the surgeon to reposition or modify the breast in a more precise manner.
5- Marx Breast Retractor: A handheld retractor used to hold the breast during the breast surgery.
6- Snowden Pencer Breast Retractors: The retractor is valuable in open abdominal surgeries, Breast surgery and gynecology, as it helps maintain an open surgical field.
7- Deaver Retractor: A large, flat retractor ideal for holding back deep tissues.
8- Balfour Retractor: Typically used in abdominal surgeries, featuring adjustable blades to maintain incision openings.
9- Senn Retractor: A handheld retractor with one sharp and one blunt end, suitable for smaller incisions.
10- Malleable Retractor: A flexible retractor that can be shaped to fit the contours of the surgical area.
11-Richardson Retractor: A curved retractor that provides excellent exposure in various surgical fields.
These retractors are crucial for ensuring that surgeons have a clear view and access to the area being operated on, which is vital for the success of the procedure. If you have any specific questions or need more information about a particular type of retractor