self-retaining retractor


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self-retaining retractor

A surgical retractor that can be clamped into position to hold tissues away from the operative field without constant use of the hands.
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Supplies: pantyhose, 2 silicone rings A self-retaining retractor is tubular and made up of a thin plastic material that has a pliable ring on either end.
Repeat these steps for the other end of the pantyhose to create the simulated self-retaining retractor (FIGURE 5).
When exteriorizing the bag, ensure some slack so the simulated self-retaining retractor can be placed inside the bag with the ring rolled over it (FIGURE 6).
ExCITE: minimally invasive tissue extraction made simple with simulation: use beef tongue, a cardboard box, and a homemade self-retaining wound retractor to teach or perfect your extracorporeal C-incision tissue extraction (ExCITE) technique before entering the OR
John Providence Health System in Michigan, self-retaining retractors are useful For providing consistent and steady exposure.
Efficient retraction: a look at how retractors and retractor systems have improved to allow surgeons to operate more efficiently and safely
Self-retaining retractors have blades that are in a fixed position and usually cannot be changed.
Surgical brainstorm: budgets and resources are tight in most hospitals these days. Therefore, making the right purchasing decisions is crucial to a facility's bottom line. Here, we ask manufacturers of surgical retractors and retractor systems: What are the top considerations surgeons and surgical professionals need to make when purchasing a retractor or retraction system?
Physicians can try to avoid surgical nerve injuries by using well-padded tables, repositioning patients' extremities and self-retaining retractors during prolonged operations, and taking pains to avoid putting patients in positions of extreme flexion, abduction, or external rotation.
Look for Early Signs of Postsurgical Nerve Injuries

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