2mm wide
blunt prongs
16.5cm 6 1/2″
The Cottle Four Prong retractors, SKU 08-185-16, have four blunt prongs measuring 2 mm in width and an overall length of 16.5 cm, or 6 1/2 inches. Its multi-prong configuration distinguishes it from single-hook instruments by providing several points of contact across the working area.
The blunt prongs provide a defined tissue-contact profile, while the four-point arrangement offers more distributed engagement than a single-point hook. The 16.5 cm length keeps the instrument relatively compact for handheld positioning, making it a useful option when the operative field requires focused exposure without a large retraction device.
Key specifications:
* Four prongs: Multiple contact points provide a broader engagement pattern than a single hook.
* 2 mm wide prongs: The listed width defines the working-end configuration.
* Blunt prongs: The non-sharp profile distinguishes this model from sharp skin hooks.
* 16.5 cm length: Provides practical reach while remaining suitable for direct manipulation.
* Cottle pattern: Gives the instrument a recognizable, procedure-specific identity.
The Cottle Four Prong model can complement smaller hooklets and larger blade-style exposure instruments. Its multi-prong design gives the surgical team another option when tissue positioning calls for several contact points rather than a single hook.
For inventory managers, this type of configuration can add useful variety to a surgical tray. The clear distinction between blunt prongs and sharp hooks also makes selection easier when preparing instruments according to procedural requirements.
Next Edge Surgical LLC includes these retractors in its professional surgical instrument range. Its four blunt, 2 mm wide prongs and 16.5 cm length provide a clearly defined configuration for controlled tissue exposure.
