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Hasson S Retractor

Also called Snake Retractor, S Retractor

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A thin, double-ended metal ribbon bent into an S, with a deeper curve on one end than the other. Made in rigid and malleable versions and usually sold as a pair.

Primary uses

What this instrument is on the table to do.

Holds back skin and fat so the fascia can be seen and opened when the umbilical port is placed by the open (Hasson) technique in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Also useful in small wounds such as breast biopsies.

Sizes & variants

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Sold as a set of two. Aesculap: blade widths of 10 or 13 mm, about 6-1/4 to 7-1/8 in long, rigid or malleable. Integra Jarit: set of two, 10 mm.

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