11mm between two prongs. 15 cm, 6″ Sharp
The 08-188-15 provides surgical teams with a 15 cm handheld instrument intended for controlled tissue displacement and operative exposure. Its angled terminal blade creates a defined working surface that can be positioned against appropriate soft tissue margins during procedures requiring maintained access to the surgical field.
Adding reliable surgical retractors to an operating-room inventory gives assisting staff practical options for maintaining exposure while the primary surgeon works within the operative site.
The instrument’s design offers several useful characteristics:
* Angled blade: The terminal configuration provides a practical point of contact for positioning against tissue margins.
* 15 cm length: This intermediate size balances reach with direct manual control during routine surgical handling.
* Handheld construction: The manual format allows the assistant to reposition the instrument as exposure requirements change.
* Stainless steel body: The durable metallic construction is appropriate for repeated clinical handling when processed according to established cleaning and sterilization procedures.
The 08-188-15 is well suited to surgical instrument sets requiring a straightforward handheld retraction option. Its moderate length provides useful reach without the bulk associated with longer instruments, while the angled working end supports controlled tissue positioning.
For hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and professional healthcare facilities, this model can complement a broader selection of instruments used for operative exposure and access.
