Balfour Abdominal Retractor Standard (Without Ratchet)

The Balfour Abdominal Retractor – Standard (Without Ratchet) is a self-retaining surgical instrument designed to provide stable and wide exposure of the abdominal cavity during open procedures. Commonly used in general, gynecologic, and urologic surgeries, it is an essential tool for deep cavity visualization.

This version of the Balfour retractor comes without a ratchet mechanism, offering manual adjustment of the lateral blade spread. The frame and blades are assembled in a fixed configuration that relies on positional tension rather than mechanical locking, making it lightweight and easy to use, particularly in straightforward procedures.

The set typically includes:

• A U-shaped frame

• Two lateral blades for retracting abdominal walls

• An optional center blade post for deep retraction (depending on configuration)

Made from high-quality surgical stainless steel, it is durable, corrosion-resistant, and fully autoclavable for repeated use.